Travel RN ICU

An Intensive Care Unit (ICU) RN provides specialized care for patients with severe, life-threatening conditions requiring constant monitoring, advanced interventions, and critical decision-making. RNs in the ICU manage patients who are experiencing acute or life-threatening illnesses, injuries, or complications, such as respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, or multi-organ failure. The role involves close collaboration with doctors, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to deliver high-level, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Critical Patient Monitoring and Assessment:
• Continuously assess the physical and emotional status of critically ill patients, including monitoring vital signs, laboratory results, and neurological status.
• Use advanced equipment such as ventilators, cardiac monitors, infusion pumps, and dialysis machines to track patient health.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patient conditions, making real-time decisions to adjust care plans or alerting physicians for interventions.
• Administering Treatments and Medications:
• Administer prescribed medications (IV, oral, or injectable) and perform other treatments as ordered, ensuring accurate dosage and timing.
• Initiate and manage intravenous (IV) lines, arterial lines, central lines, and other advanced therapies, such as sedation, pain management, and paralytics.
• Coordinate the administration of blood products, TPN (Total Parenteral Nutrition), and other specialized treatments.
• Ventilator and Respiratory Support:
• Monitor and manage mechanical ventilation, adjusting settings as prescribed and ensuring proper functioning.
• Perform regular suctioning, provide respiratory therapy treatments, and assist in weaning protocols for patients on ventilators.
• Administer oxygen and medications for respiratory support and assist with intubation or extubation when required.
• Collaboration with Healthcare Team:
• Work closely with ICU physicians, nurse practitioners, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, dietitians, and other healthcare providers to develop and implement care plans.
• Participate in daily rounds to discuss patient progress and adjust treatment strategies as needed.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with the healthcare team, ensuring that any changes in patient condition are documented and acted upon promptly.
• Patient and Family Education:
• Provide emotional support to patients and families, explaining medical procedures and what to expect during treatment and recovery.
• Educate families on the patient’s condition, treatment options, and any required follow-up care or lifestyle changes after discharge.
• Assist in end-of-life care decisions, offering compassion and support during critical or palliative care situations.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Maintain thorough and accurate records of patient assessments, interventions, responses to treatments, and any changes in patient status.
• Document care plans, progress notes, and communication with other team members in the medical records system.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and hospital-specific standards for documentation and patient care.
• Infection Control and Safety:
• Follow strict infection control protocols, including hand hygiene, aseptic technique, and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Monitor patients for signs of infection, ensuring timely administration of antibiotics or other therapies as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to ensure patient safety and high standards of care.
• Crisis Management and Emergency Response:
• Respond rapidly to emergency situations, such as code blues (cardiac arrest), respiratory distress, or other life-threatening conditions.
• Administer CPR, defibrillation, or other resuscitation measures when necessary, following advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) protocols.
• Provide leadership and direction to other staff members during emergencies, ensuring prompt and coordinated action.
• Leadership and Education:
• Provide mentorship and support to less experienced nursing staff, sharing expertise in critical care nursing practices.
• Stay updated on best practices, new technologies, and advancements in critical care through ongoing education and professional development.
• Participate in departmental training and hospital-wide initiatives to improve patient care and outcomes.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN) or Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) from an accredited nursing program.
• Licensing:
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required (or willingness to obtain).
• Experience:
• Prior experience in an ICU, emergency room, or other high-acuity care setting is strongly preferred.
• Experience with ventilator management, hemodynamic monitoring, and invasive line management is highly desirable.
• Skills:
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to handle high-stress situations and make quick, informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of advanced critical care equipment and technology.
• Ability to manage complex patient care, prioritize tasks, and handle emergency situations.
• Physical Requirements:
• Ability to lift and move patients as needed.
• Ability to stand for long periods and perform physically demanding tasks, such as moving equipment and patients.
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations.

Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract

Pay: $2,300.00 - $2,400.00 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Critical & Intensive Care

Physical Setting:

• ICU

Supplemental Pay:

• Breakdown pay

Experience:

• ICU: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• RN (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Derry, NH 03038 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Derry, NH 03038: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $2,300 - $2,400