Travel Nurse RN - ICU/Critical Care - $2,380 per week in Oklahoma City, OK

Job Title: Registered Nurse - ICU Profession: RN Specialty: Medicine Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Nights, every other weekend Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: 1 year License: Current RN License Certifications: Basic Life Support, ACLS Must-Have: ICU experience Description: Under general supervision, provides nursing care in a hospital to a variety of patients with health problems ranging from simple to complex. Assumes responsibility for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient responses to nursing interventions and prescribed medical treatments. Notes all changes in physician orders on assigned patients. Assists physicians in the examination of patients and in performing minor diagnostic procedures and treatment. Obtains and monitors physiological data of patients. Observes the physiological manifestations of patients and intervenes when necessary. Administers medication as prescribed. Initiates, regulates, and monitors intravenous infusions and blood products. Delivers patient care competently. Interacts with family and patient in sharing the care plan while in the hospital and at discharge. Informs patient and family of hospital procedures. Makes referrals regarding patient care needs to appropriate personnel. Delegates tasks to support staff. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Skills & Experience: Knowledge of professional nursing theory, practices, techniques, and procedures. Ability to organize, plan, coordinate, and evaluate nursing services and apply nursing techniques. Ability to maintain good working relationships with other employees. Good verbal and written communication skills. Ability to respond effectively to cultural and language needs of patients and visitors. Some computer skills. Education: Required: Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited program. Preferred: Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved Program.