What are the responsibilities and job description for the Critical Care RN position at ADN Group?
Job Title: Critical Care RN
Location: Pikeville, KY - Onsite
Employment Type: Contract / Full-Time
Pay Rate: $50-$60/hr
Hours per Week: 48
Shift Timing: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Critical Care RN to provide professional nursing care to critically ill patients across multiple specialties, including cardiovascular, neurological, orthopedic, pulmonary, renal, and post-operative care. The ideal candidate will be skilled in specialized procedures, equipment, and invasive monitoring, delivering high-quality care while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams during night shift hours.
Key Responsibilities:
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Provide direct patient care to critically ill patients and evaluate outcomes, adjusting nursing care as required.
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Perform comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and follow-up re-assessments.
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Deliver age-specific care to young adult, adult, and elderly patients, ensuring hemodynamic stability and physiologic function.
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Maintain accurate and detailed nursing documentation, including patient histories, treatments, responses, and assessment of changes.
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Administer medications, specialized IV drips, titration, transfusions, and manage central lines.
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Provide care for patients with complex conditions, including airway management, cardiac monitoring, pulmonary/respiratory care, gastrointestinal care, neurological care, and renal/continuous renal replacement therapy.
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Assist physicians with procedures and use specialized equipment for critically ill patient care.
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Manage Code Blue events and respond to emergent situations as needed.
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Formulate teaching plans for patients and families and evaluate effectiveness; include family in patient education.
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Supervise, allocate tasks, and mentor other healthcare staff; serve as preceptor for new employees.
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Participate in performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes, processes, and workplace efficiency.
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Maintain and operate patient care equipment, ensuring proper functioning and adequate stock of supplies.
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Adhere to medical center policies regarding infection control, safety, and personnel guidelines.
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Demonstrate flexibility, organization, and professionalism under high-stress situations.
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Perform other related duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
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Active RN license required.
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ACLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
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NIH Stroke Scale certification required within 90 days of hire.
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EKG and FIT Test certifications required.
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Minimum of 5 years of critical care nursing experience.
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Experience with specialized procedures, invasive monitoring, and care of critically ill patients.
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Willingness and ability to travel as required.
Preferred Qualifications:
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TNCC certification preferred.
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Experience across multiple critical care specialties: cardiovascular, neurological, orthopedic, renal, pulmonary, and post-operative care.
Work Hours: 48 hours per week, 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM (night shift).
Location: Pikeville, KY - Onsite
Pay Rate: $50-$60/hr
Salary : $50 - $60
