Intensive Care Unit - ICU RN - Travel Nurse

TotalMed; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an Intensive Care Unit RN for a travel nurse position in Decatur, IL. Candidates should have 1-2 years of recent acute care experience, along with ACLS, BLS, and NIH certifications. Responsibilities include providing bedside care and administering medication. This is a full-time entry-level role, ideal for those eager to make a difference in critical care environments.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years recent acute care experience required.
• Must be able to lift 20 to 50 pounds.
• Should be able to stand and walk for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic bedside care.
• Administer and record prescribed medication.
• Order and evaluate diagnostic tests.
• Ensure proper placement and functioning of catheters and tubing.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

NIH

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 Decatur, IL. The right nurse should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic bedside care.
• 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.

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

* 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