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Vivian Health

PCU/Stepdown RN in Goodyear, AZ

Goodyear, AZ · On-site

$61K - $100K/yr

Bariatric, BiPap monitoring, COVID, CVA, Cardiac Drip Management, DKA patients, High acuity patients, Post cardiac intervention, or Sheath pulls. * Shift(s) available: day shift, night shift, and mid ...

Vivian Health

PCU/Stepdown RN in Nogales, AZ

Nogales, AZ · On-site

$61K - $100K/yr

Bariatric, BiPap monitoring, COVID, CVA, Cardiac Drip Management, DKA patients, High acuity patients, Post cardiac intervention, or Sheath pulls. * Shift(s) available: day shift * Job types available ...

Nightingale's List

Registered Nurse RN PCU

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$46.75/hr

CHF, Chest Pain, Afib/RVR, Arrhythmias, Sepsis, Post Cath Lab, ETOH withdrawal, DKA, and GI bleed. We also perform a range of special procedures on the unit, including Lumbar Puncture, CAPD, Bedside ...

TEEMA Group

Registered Nurse (ICU)

Show Low, AZ · On-site

$31 - $47/hr

Manage a diverse patient load including STEMIs, ARDS, Sepsis, Renal Failure, and DKA. * Cardiac Specialization: Provide expert care for post-cardiac intervention patients (Left Heart Caths, Coronary ...

CommonSpirit Health

MICU Charge RN

Chandler, AZ · On-site

As a Medical ICU Charge RN, you will provide direct nursing care to patients with sepsis, DKA, post cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and various other medical conditions for this 36-bed unit to ...

CommonSpirit Health

MICU Charge RN

Chandler, AZ · On-site

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Medical ICU Charge RN, you will provide direct nursing care to patients with sepsis, DKA, post cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and various other medical ...

Dignity Health

MICU Charge RN

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$42.85 - $63.77/hr

Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Medical ICU Charge RN, you will provide direct nursing care to patients with sepsis, DKA, post cardiac arrest, respiratory failure and various other medical ...

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What is the difference between DKA vs Paramedic?

AspectDKAParamedic
Required CertificationsEMT-Basic, EMT-Paramedic licenseEMT-Paramedic license, advanced certifications
Work EnvironmentAmbulance, emergency scenes, hospitalsAmbulance, emergency scenes, hospitals
Industry UsageEmergency medical services, ambulance companiesEmergency medical services, ambulance services

Both DKA and Paramedics work in emergency medical settings, often on ambulances and at hospitals. DKA providers typically hold EMT-Basic or EMT-Paramedic licenses, focusing on initial emergency care. Paramedics have advanced training and certifications, allowing them to perform more complex procedures. While both roles are vital in emergency response, Paramedics generally have a broader scope of practice and higher certification requirements.

What challenges do DKA care nurses face during a typical shift, and how can they address them?

DKA care nurses often encounter patients in critical condition requiring prompt assessment, rapid intervention, and continuous monitoring. Managing fluctuating blood glucose levels, preventing complications, and coordinating with a multidisciplinary team are daily challenges. Effective communication, strong clinical judgment, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential for success in this environment. Proactively seeking support from colleagues and staying current with best practices can help nurses deliver optimal patient care.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a DKA specialist?

To thrive as a DKA Specialist, you need a strong background in endocrinology, acute care, and diabetes management, typically supported by an advanced nursing or medical degree and relevant certification. Familiarity with blood glucose monitoring systems, insulin administration devices, and electronic health records is crucial. Exceptional critical thinking, attention to detail, and communication skills help provide swift and effective patient care in high-pressure situations. These competencies are essential for stabilizing patients, preventing complications, and delivering high-quality outcomes in acute diabetic emergencies.

What is a DKA specialist?

DKA specialists are healthcare professionals, often doctors or nurses, who specialize in diagnosing and treating diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a serious complication of diabetes. Their responsibilities include assessing patients, managing blood sugar and electrolyte levels, providing IV fluids and insulin, and monitoring for complications. They work closely with other members of the medical team to stabilize patients and prevent DKA from recurring. DKA specialists typically work in hospitals, emergency rooms, or endocrinology departments.
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Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care in Yuma, AZ

TravelNurseSource

Yuma, AZ • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care Location: Yuma, AZ Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details) Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Concentric Healthcare Staffing to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Yuma, Arizona, 85364!

Job Title

Registered Nurse – ICU

Location

Yuma, AZ

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct patient care in a 42-bed ICU setting with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:1 or 1:2, and up to 1:3 when no vents or drips are present
  • Manage and titrate a broad range of critical care drips including vasopressors, inotropes, antiarrhythmics, antihypertensives, sedatives, paralytics, analgesics, and anticoagulants
  • Care for complex patient populations including cardiac, respiratory, sepsis, DKA, CHF, and Level 3 trauma cases
  • Collaborate with an intensivist-led team available 24/7, respiratory therapy, PCAs, and unit support staff to deliver comprehensive critical care
  • Assist with bedside procedures including tracheostomies in coordination with RT and the medical team
  • Float to other units as needed, maintaining a reduced patient load of up to 4 patients when floating
Required Qualifications
  • Active RN licensure
  • Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
  • Proficiency with Epic EMR (recent experience required)
  • Recent experience in a Trauma Level I or II hospital setting
  • Demonstrated experience with mechanical ventilation, sedation management, vasopressors, sepsis protocols, DKA, cardiac care, CHF, and respiratory management
  • Must reside or be willing to comply with a 100-mile radius requirement
Preferred Experience / Skills
  • Experience with cardiac-specific interventions such as balloon pumps, Impella, and tPA administration
  • Familiarity with therapeutic plasma exchange (TPE) and advanced hemodynamic monitoring
  • Well-rounded experience with a wide variety of titratable critical care drips across multiple drug classes
Why Join Us
  • Work alongside a fully staffed critical care team including 24/7 intensivist coverage, dedicated respiratory therapy, and unit support personnel to help manage workload
  • Self-scheduling with flexibility to submit time-off requests within unit guidelines

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Founded and headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ, Concentric Healthcare Staffing specializes in healthcare employment with an emphasis in nursing and allied health. Our passion is to develop partnerships with our clients and become an integral part of your staffing solution. Concentric representatives understand your need for continuity of care and work to ensure that every staffing solution we provide is as unique as your facility.

To provide the skilled and talented personnel that today’s medical field demands, Concentric Healthcare offers a top flight registry service that provides staff 24/7. Your facility can enhance their recruiting process by taking advantage of the temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct placement services of our fully screened professionals.

Concentric Healthcare is proud to be recognized by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO) with the JCAHO Gold Seal of Approval for the Health Care Staffing Services program. JCAHO certification acknowledges compliance with the Joint Commission’s national set of consensus-based quality standards and demonstrates a commitment to excellence in providing health care staffing.

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