Registered Nurse (RN) - Critical Care (CCU)

A CCU (Critical Care Unit) Registered Nurse is responsible for providing advanced level nursing care to critically ill patients in a hospital setting. Some of the key duties and responsibilities of a CCU RN include:

Monitoring vital signs and administering medications, treatments, and procedures as ordered by the physician.

Assessing and interpreting patient's conditions and communicating any changes or concerns to the physician and other healthcare team members.

Developing and implementing patient care plans and ensuring that the patient's needs and goals are met.

Administering and monitoring mechanical ventilation, hemodynamic monitoring, and other advanced medical treatments.

Assisting in diagnostic procedures such as angiograms, CT scans, and bronchoscopies.

Providing emotional support and education to patients and their families.

Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.

Documenting patient assessments, treatments, and progress in the medical record.

The ideal candidate for a CCU RN position should have a current nursing license, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree, and at least two years of experience working in a critical care unit. Additionally, they should possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong problem-solving abilities, and the ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

This is a not full time but contracted travel position.

Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)

Location: Aberdeen Washington

Specialty: CCU

Unit: Critical Care (CCU)

Gross Pay: TBD

Schedule: 7 pm - 7 am, 19:00:00-07:00:00, 12.00-3

Guaranteed Hours: 36

Openings: 1

Start Date: 04/24/2023

End Date: 07/24/2023

Assignment Length: 13

Experience Required: 1 year

JOB ID: Medefis548201660

Other Info:

ID: 48201660 Shift: 1845-0715 Description: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Critical Care ICU Job Skills / Requirements Valid BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association A valid professional license within the state of practice Proof of right to work in the United States Critical care experience in a hospital setting Position Responsibilities Critical Care Nurses (ICU/CCU) provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients based on the application of scientific nursing principles. In addition to general nursing care, responsibilities of Critical Care Nurses include (but are not limited to): Consults and coordinates with health care team members to assess, plan, implement and evaluate patient care plans Prepares and administers (orally, subcutaneously, through an IV) and records prescribed medications. Reports adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with the policy regarding the administration of medications by a licensed registered nurse Provides basic, bedside care Initiates patient education plan, as prescribed by physician. Teaches patients and significant others how to manage their illness/injury, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication and rehabilitation Records patients medical information and vital signs Orders, interprets and evaluates diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient s condition Takes samples for lab work, orders prescribed lab work and evaluates/interprets lab reports Prepares equipment and aids physician during examination and treatment of patient Responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol Records all care information concisely, accurately and completely, in a timely manner, in the appropriate format and on the appropriate forms Applies Hemodynamic, Phlebotomy and IV protocols Monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records electronic displays, such as central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, and cardiac rhythms from cardiac monitors, respirators, ventilators, oxygen pumps, etc. Monitors catheters, leads and tubing for proper placement and functioning Initiates corrective action whenever information from monitoring/life support equipment shows adverse symptomatology Additional Information:Additional Housing: Econolodge, Hoquiam WA 98550 360-532-8161 $50 per night or furnished studio apartments available for long term assignments at a great rate. A Harborview Inn B&B, Aberdeen, WA 98520, 360-533-0433 Heather Meadows, Aberdeen, WA 98520, 360-538-7000 The Ramada Inn, Ocean Shores, WA 98569, 360-289-7700 Aberdeen Hotel, Aberdeen, WA, 98520, 360-537-7460 Monte Square Motel, Montesano, WA 98563, 360-249-4424 Position Urgency:Normal Billing string = Medefis Guaranteed Hours: 36 Contract Weeks:91

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