TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified ICU/Critical Care RN in Urbana, Illinois, 61801!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: CCU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3x12 Night
Hours per Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
Experience: Minimum three (3) years of relevant nursing experience
License: State RN License in good standing
Certifications: BLS, ACLS
Must-Have:
- Nursing process
- Initial assessment
- Nursing interventions
- Patient care procedures
- Nursing standards and protocol
Description:
The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver.
The RN assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame.
The RN provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution.
The RN performs all responsibilities and duties required by the unit as specific to the scope of service.
The RN implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice.
The RN maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided.
This ensures the integration of information for use by the healthcare team.
The RN completes initial assessment upon patient admission.
The RN develops an appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards.
This plan of care is based on patient and family needs.
The RN implements the plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures.
The RN modifies the plan of care based upon continuous evaluation.
The RN takes responsibility for patient and employee safety.
This includes reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents.
The RN communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues.
The RN offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers.
The RN confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base.
The RN identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solutions.
The RN fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.
The RN ensures good communication with patients and families through meaningful hourly rounding.
The RN works with ventilated patients for early mobility.
The RN collaborates with the team to ensure best outcomes.
The RN prepares equipment and aids in examination and treatment of patients.
The RN responds to life-saving situations based upon nursing standards and protocol.
The RN monitors and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients.
The RN interprets and records electronic displays, such as intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, and cardiac rhythms.