• Registered Nurse – Surgical Intensive Care Unit – FT Nights

Full‑time Registered Nurse for the Surgical Intensive Care Unit (SICU) on rotating night shifts in Dallas, Texas. Salary: $51,980.82 per annum.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high‑quality nursing care to critically ill surgical patients in a fast‑paced ICU environment.
• Monitor patient vitals, administer medications, and manage life‑support equipment.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthetists, and multidisciplinary team members to develop and implement care plans.
• Document all assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in electronic health records.
• Respond to emergencies, perform rapid assessments, and initiate appropriate interventions.
• Educate patients and families about post‑operative care and recovery.
• Participate in unit audits, quality improvement projects, and continuing education.

Required Qualifications

• Current New Zealand or US Registered Nurse (RN) licence – equivalent to RN (AU) registration.
• Minimum 2 years recent experience in an acute surgical or intensive care setting.
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Strong clinical assessment skills, ability to work autonomously on night shifts.
• Excellent communication, teamwork and documentation abilities.
• Flexibility to work a 12‑hour rotating night schedule (12 × 3).

What We Offer

• Competitive annual salary of $51,980.82.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and specialty certification support.
• Supportive ICU team and state‑of‑the‑art facilities.

Frequently Asked Questions

What shift pattern does this SICU nursing role use?

The position follows a rotating night schedule of 12‑hour shifts, working three nights in a row (12 × 3) before rotating off.

Do I need a US nursing licence to apply?

A current RN licence recognised in the US (or an equivalent NZ/AU registration with eligibility to practice in Texas) is required.

Is this position exempt or non‑exempt under FLSA?

The role is classified as non‑exempt, meaning overtime is paid for hours worked beyond the standard 40‑hour work week.