Job Description

Job Description

Are you looking for the next step in your career, interested in joining a growing healthcare facility, and enjoy working with new state-of-the-art equipment.... join St. James Hospital's growing team of Nurses!

**Shift Differentials are available for evening (7%) and night (13%) shifts.
The job description of an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) registered nurse typically includes a wide range of responsibilities due to the critical nature of the patients under their care. In summary, an ICU registered nurse plays a crucial role in caring for critically ill patients, requiring advanced clinical skills, excellent communication, and a compassionate approach to patient care. The job demands a high level of competence, resilience, an dedication to ensure optimal outcomes for patients in the intensive caresetting.

1. Patient Monitoring and Assessment:

• Continuously monitor patients' vital signs and conditions.
• Assess patients' progress and response to treatments and medications.
• Recognize and respond to changes in patients' conditions quickly and appropriately.

2. Medical Procedures and Interventions:

• Perform complex medical procedures such as inserting intravenous lines, administering medications, and managing ventilators.
• Assist in specialized procedures like intubations, arterial lines, and hemodynamic monitoring.

3. Collaboration and Communication:

• Coordinate care with other healthcare team members, including physicians, respiratory therapists, and pharmacists.
• Communicate effectively with patients' families to provide updates and support.

4. Patient Advocacy:

• Advocate for patients' needs and preferences within the healthcare team.
• Ensure patients receive appropriate care and treatment based on their condition and medical history.

5. Education and Support:

• Educate patients and families about their conditions, medications, and treatment plans.
• Provide emotional support and counseling to patients and families during stressful times.

6. Documentation and Record-Keeping:

• Maintain accurate and detailed medical records of patients' conditions, treatments, and progress.
• Adhere to hospital policies and procedures regarding documentation and patient confidentiality.

7. Critical Thinking and Decision-Making:

• Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize tasks and make decisions quickly in emergency situations.
• Evaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and adjust care plans as needed.

8. Safety and Infection Control:

• Follow strict protocols for infection control and patient safety.
• Ensure a clean and safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

9. Professional Development:

• Stay updated with advances in critical care nursing through continuing education and training.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and research projects within the ICU.

10. Flexibility and Adaptability:

• Work effectively in a fast-paced and unpredictable environment.
• Adapt to changes in patient load, staffing, and clinical needs of the unit.

Compensation details: 33.67-39.67 Hourly Wage

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Shift work, Night shift, Afternoon shift,

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