What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU 13-week contract (Jersey City) position at MED-STAT HEALTH CARE INC?
Benefits/Perks
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
- Careers Advancement
Job Summary
We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team. 13- week travel contract in the Jersey City area. Night shift 3x12. In this role, you will primarily be creating and managing a plan of care for individual patients. You are a Registered Nurse (RN) who operates with great attention to detail and a big heart. You take pride in creating personalized care plans for patients and are able to observe and communicate effectively in your patient's best interest. To succeed, you should have demonstrated knowledge and skill in current nursing practices as well as a strong penchant for solving problems.
Patient Ratio: 1:1-3 critical care; 1:4-6 if floated (Confirm with traveler)…
Years of Acute Care Experience Required: 1.5 and relates to the position…
First-timers accepted…
Every other weekend
BLS, ACLS, and NIH required…
There may be additional float units based on skill set and hospital needs (Confirm with traveler) ...
No block scheduling…
Locals accepted…
NO FRESH HEARTS
Patient Mix: Acute renal failure, GI Surgery, CVAs, TBIs, and vented px…
Required Exp: Neuro ICU/SICU, strong EKG skillset, Pulmonary Artery Line/Swan Ganz monitoring, TAVI/TAVR, insulin protocols, CVVHD/CRRT, strong IV skillset, lumbar drains, post neuro surgery, EVD, and vents. IABP/Impella/LVAD preferred…
Navy blue scrubs…
EPIC Charting…
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with other colleagues to assess, plan, implement, or evaluate patient care plans
- Administer medications and monitor patients for side effects or reactions
- Document any changes in patient conditions and report on changes
- Maintain accurate records of patient care and discuss observations with the supervisor
Qualifications
- Currently licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in state of employment
- Previous experience as a Registered Nurse is preferred
- Excellent interpersonal and client care skills
- Valid driver’s license
- First aid/CPR certification required