Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care / Coronary Nurse (ICU)

Job Description

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.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of ICU and LTACH experience required
• EMR Charting experience required
• Must hold an active state RN license
• Must have an active BLS, ACLS certifications

Additional Information

• Weekly direct deposit
• Start Immediately
• 401k (after 6 mos)
• License Reimbursements (for renewal)
• Health insurance