Travel Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit | $2,168.00 Per Week 36 Hours | All Shifts
Location: Jerseyville, IL
Company Overview: Provizor federal is a leading healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and fostering a supportive work environment for our staff. We prioritize patient-centered care, innovation, and professional development. As we continue to expand our services, we are seeking a passionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Travel Critical Care Unit team.
Position Overview: We are currently seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join the Critical Care Unit. The ICU Nurse is responsible for providing specialized care to critically ill patients in the intensive care unit. Working in a high-acuity environment, the ICU nurse assesses, monitors, and manages patients with complex medical conditions, ensuring timely interventions, continuity of care, and optimal patient outcomes.
Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients, including monitoring vital signs, neurological status, and hemodynamic parameters to detect changes or deterioration in condition.
• Monitor and manage mechanical ventilation, including ventilator settings, oxygenation, and airway management, in collaboration with respiratory therapists and physicians.
• Administer medications, intravenous infusions, and blood products as prescribed, titrating doses and monitoring responses to optimize therapeutic outcomes and minimize adverse effects.
• Perform advanced nursing procedures, such as arterial line insertion, central venous catheterization, and hemodynamic monitoring, following evidence-based protocols and maintaining aseptic technique.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members, including physicians, respiratory therapists, pharmacists, and social workers, to develop and implement individualized care plans, coordinate interventions, and facilitate communication among team members.
• Respond rapidly to medical emergencies, including cardiac arrests, respiratory distress, and other life-threatening situations, initiating appropriate interventions, and coordinating resuscitation efforts according to established protocols.
• Maintain accurate and detailed electronic medical records, documenting assessments, interventions, responses to treatment, and changes in patient status to ensure continuity of care and facilitate communication among healthcare providers.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted.
• Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required depending on the setting.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in critical care or intensive care nursing preferred.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and communication skills.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and prioritize tasks efficiently in a high-stress environment.
• Willingness to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Working Conditions:

• High-acuity environment with exposure to critically ill patients, medical emergencies, and life-saving interventions.
• Physical demands including standing for long periods, lifting and transferring patients, and exposure to infectious diseases and hazardous materials.
• Collaboration with a diverse team of healthcare professionals in a multidisciplinary setting.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.