What are the responsibilities and job description for the Critical Care Nurse Specialist position at Wellspring Nurse Source?
Wellspring Nurse Source is a nurse-owned and operated travel nursing agency seeking a dedicated and experienced ICU Registered Nurse to join our team.
About the Job
This exciting opportunity involves providing high-acuity care to critically ill patients in a dynamic and fast-paced intensive care unit setting. As an ICU Registered Nurse, you will be responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized care plans for patients experiencing life-threatening conditions.
Key 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.
- Perform advanced clinical procedures, including arterial and central line placement, intubation, and blood gas analysis.
Requirements:
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
We offer competitive pay packages and a supportive environment that values our clinicians' well-being and success.
