Intensive Care Unit - ICU RN - Travel Nurse

TotalMed; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) RN for a full-time travel nurse role in Concord, NC. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of acute care experience. Responsibilities include patient evaluation, direct care in a critical setting, and strong communication with families. Certifications such as ACLS and BLS are required. This entry-level position offers a chance to make a significant impact in healthcare.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years recent acute care experience.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
• Able to lift 20 pounds easily and up to 50 pounds as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and monitor patients in the ICU.
• Provide direct care to patients in life-threatening situations.
• Communicate patients' conditions to their families.
• Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication.

Job description

Intensive Care Unit - ICU RN - Travel Nurse

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We’re looking for Intensive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Concord, NC. The right nurse should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.

Responsibilities

As an ICU Travel Nurse, you'll be responsible for evaluating and monitoring patients in an Intensive Care Unit setting. ICU RNs provide the most direct care to patients in life‑threatening situations, documenting and providing physician‑directed care, assessing and implementing patient care plans, and delegating to other care providers as appropriate. You will also provide education and support to patient families, possibly for long‑term care needs.

• Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
• Order and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Take samples for lab work, order corresponding lab work and interpret reports.
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment, and interpret and record electronic displays.
• Ensure proper placement and functioning of catheters, leads and tubing.
• Communicate patients' conditions to family members.
• Provide basic bedside care.

Qualifications

ICU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. RNs may face hazards from exposure to certain chemicals or infectious diseases and will treat patients that may be confused, agitated, and/or uncooperative.

Requirements*

• ACLS
• BLS
• NIH
• 2 Years acute care experience

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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