What are the responsibilities and job description for the ICU Travel Nurse position at Wellspring Nurse Source?
Responsibilities
As an ICU travel nurse with Wellspring Nurse Source, your primary responsibility will be to provide specialized, high-acuity care to critically ill patients in the intensive care unit (ICU). You will assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans for patients experiencing life-threatening conditions.
Key responsibilities include administering medications, blood products, and interventions for managing acute conditions such as respiratory failure, cardiovascular instability, trauma, infections, and post-surgical care. You will also 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.
