Travel Intermediate Care Unit Registered Nurse - RN for 13 weeks in Norfolk, VA with Uniti Med starting 12/16/2024

Travel Intermediate Care Unit Registered Nurse job duties

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

• Monitor and assess patients' vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels, to detect any changes in condition.
• Administer medications, treatments, and intravenous fluids as prescribed by physicians, ensuring accurate documentation and adherence to protocols.
• Provide care for patients with moderate to severe illnesses, who require more intensive monitoring and intervention than general medical-surgical units.
• Assist with diagnostic tests and procedures, ensuring patients' comfort and safety throughout the process.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
• Document patients' medical histories, assessments, treatments, and progress accurately and promptly in electronic health records.
• Educate patients and their families on medical conditions, treatment plans, and discharge instructions to ensure understanding and compliance.
• Respond to emergency situations by providing advanced life support and other critical interventions as necessary.
• Provide post-operative care for patients recovering from surgery, including monitoring for complications and managing pain.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized environment by adhering to infection control protocols and safety guidelines.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families during their stay in the Intermediate Care Unit.
• Coordinate patient transfers to other departments or facilities as required, ensuring seamless continuity of care.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and continuing education to stay current with advancements in intermediate care nursing practices.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, policies, and ethical standards in all aspects of patient care.
• Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of all nursing interventions, patient responses, and any changes in condition.