Registered Nurse - RN ICU (Intensive Care Unit) starting 11/25/2024 in Louisville, KY for 13 weeks with MedUS Healthcare - 3x12 hr nights - $2113.91/week

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.