ICU RN - Critical Care in New Orleans

Medical Staffing Solutions, USA; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The ICU RN position focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in the Intensive Care Unit. You will closely monitor patients, administer medications, and perform life-saving interventions while collaborating with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other nurses to ensure the highest standard of care.

Applicants should have an ADN or BSN, hold an active RN license in the U.S., and possess BLS and ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• Advanced nursing degree in critical care or equivalent.
• Current RN license in the United States.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor patients continuously for distress, vital sign changes, and ICU indicators.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to tailor care plans.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans with the healthcare team.
• Administer medications including IVs and analgesia as prescribed.
• Perform life-saving interventions such as CPR and airway management as needed.
• Advocate for patients and coordinate with physicians and therapists.
• Document nursing care and patient responses in the EHR.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and patient safety standards.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Critical thinking

ICU equipment proficiency

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing (ADN or BSN)

Tools

Ventilators

Cardiac monitors

Infusion pumps

Job description

The ICU RN position focuses on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in the Intensive Care Unit. You will closely monitor patients, administer medications, and perform life-saving interventions while collaborating with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other nurses to ensure the highest standard of care.

Applicants should have an ADN or BSN, hold an active RN license in the U.S., and possess BLS and ACLS certifications.