What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Surgical Travel Nurse position at Wellspring Nurse Source?
Job Summary
A Surgical Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (SICU RN) provides specialized care to patients who have undergone major surgical procedures or who are experiencing life-threatening complications from surgical conditions.
The SICU RN manages complex post-surgical patients, focusing on monitoring, assessment, and care related to critical post-operative issues such as cardiovascular instability, respiratory failure, sepsis, and other post-surgical complications.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, plan, and deliver critical care to post-surgical patients, managing complex surgical complications and life-threatening conditions.
- Monitor and evaluate patients' vital signs, hemodynamic status, respiratory function, and response to surgical interventions.
- Administer medications, IV fluids, and other treatments related to post-operative care, including pain management, sedation, and antibiotics.
- Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers to develop and adjust care plans based on patients' evolving needs.
- Manage mechanical ventilation, central lines, arterial lines, and other life-support devices as needed.
- Recognize and respond to complications such as respiratory failure, sepsis, bleeding, and cardiovascular instability.
- Educate patients and families on post-surgical care, wound care, pain management, and prevention of complications.
- Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, particularly in managing post-operative stress and anxiety.
- Maintain accurate, detailed documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes in accordance with hospital policies.
- Assist in the preparation and management of patients undergoing high-risk surgical procedures, including trauma, cardiac, or neuro surgeries.
- Participate in interdisciplinary rounds, ensuring effective communication and care coordination with the surgical team.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
- Licensure:
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
- Certification:
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
- Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification preferred.
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