TRAVEL ICU RN

Northstar Staffing Solutions connects RN's with the best hospitals in the area. We take pride in understanding a candidate’s skill set, experience and needs and then pairing with positions that fit their needs

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Job Description

An ICU nurse is a registered nurse (RN) working in the intensive care unit or critical care unit of a hospital and is part of the medical team who attend to patients with critical conditions. Registered nurses working in the ICU ward assist physicians, attend to patients, and provide support to the patient’s family. They also monitor life support equipment, administer IVs, give medication, and observe the patient’s vital signs and reactions to medical procedures.

Duties: An ICU nurse is responsible for closely observing patients, noting specific procedures and prescribed medication for each case; assisting doctors in providing physical assessments and administering treatments; monitoring vital signs and ensuring the proper functions of feeding tubes, ventilators, catheters and other life support equipment; attending to the patient’s overall needs, such as feeding, bathing and grooming, dressing replacement, medication intake, and comfort.

An ICU nurse work efficiently with other practical nurses and nursing assistants in the ICU ward and be able to provide clear directions and guidance for procedures and routines. He should also be able to provide support and education to the patient’s family, answering questions and giving vital instructions on how to care for the patient.

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Requirements & Qualifications:

Current California Registered Nurse (RN) License

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Valid License to work in California

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