What are the responsibilities and job description for the Critical Care Nurse Specialist position at Wellspring Nurse Source?
About the Job
We are seeking a highly skilled Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as a travel nurse. As a critical care specialist, you will provide high-acuity care to critically ill patients in the intensive care unit.
Job Summary
An ICU Registered Nurse provides specialized care to critically ill patients, monitoring vital signs and managing life support systems. Key responsibilities include assessing, planning, and implementing individualized care plans, administering medications and interventions, and collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams.
Responsibilities
- Provide continuous comprehensive care to critically ill patients, monitoring vital signs and managing life support systems.
- Assess, plan, and implement individualized care plans based on patient needs, using advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking.
- Administer medications, blood products, and interventions for managing acute conditions such as respiratory failure, cardiovascular instability, trauma, infections, and post-surgical care.
- Monitor and interpret complex medical equipment, such as ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps, to ensure patients receive appropriate care.
- Collaborate with physicians, intensivists, and interdisciplinary teams to provide timely interventions and manage critical care treatments.
