Travel: RN Adult ICU Nights

Years Experience
2 years
Duration
13 Week(s)

Start Time
7:00 PM
End Time
7:00 AM

Critical care registered nurses are adept at providing such care in settings where patients have suffered a heart attack, stroke, shock, severe trauma, respiratory distress or other severe medical issues. Specific critical care nurse duties and responsibilities can include: Assessing a patient s condition and planning and implementing patient care plans Treating wounds and providing advanced life support Assisting physicians in performing procedures Observing and recording patient vital signs Ensuring that ventilators, monitors and other types of medical equipment function properly/adjusting ventilator/IABP Administering intravenous fluids and medications Suctioning Collaborating with fellow members of the critical care team Responding to life-saving situations, using nursing standards and protocols for treatment Acting as patient advocate Providing education and support to patient families Critical care nurses may also care for pre- and post-operative patients. In addition, some serve as case managers and policy makers, while others perform administrative duties. Provides direct patient care to critical care patients using the nursing process. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Must understand and competent in titratable medication drips. Competent in respiratory interventions that include ventilator-dependent support and other devices, Bipap, CPAP. Documents patient care given. Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care. Works as an advocate for the patient.


Facility Requirements:
Must have ACLS, BLS & PALS certifications must be attached to submission packet (Must be through the American Heart Association); RQI certifications will not be accepted
Must have TN RN license, must be attached to resume
Must have 2 years recent ICU RN experience