Travel Assignment for RN Intensive Care Unit for 13 weeks with Cynet Health in Mesa, AZ starting 12/23/2024 - 3x12 hr days

Travel Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse job duties

While job duties may vary depending on the facility you work with, here are some common Travel ICU RN responsibilities:

• Monitor and assess patients' vital signs and overall health condition, ensuring timely detection of any changes.
• Administer medications, treatments, and intravenous infusions according to prescribed protocols and physician orders.
• Provide continuous care and support to critically ill patients, managing complex medical equipment such as ventilators and life support systems.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
• Document patients' medical histories, assessments, treatments, and progress in electronic health records accurately and timely.
• Educate patients and their families on medical conditions, treatment plans, and post-discharge care to promote understanding and adherence.
• Perform emergency procedures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), and other life-saving interventions when necessary.
• Ensure a sterile and safe environment by following infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness in patient areas.
• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient transitions between different levels of care and discharge planning.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education to stay current with advancements in critical care nursing practices.
• Provide emotional support and comfort to patients and their families during stressful and critical times.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all healthcare regulations and standards.