Travel RN - ICU 12hr Nights HSHS St Elizabeths at Fidelity on Call LTD
O'Fallon, IL 62269, USA -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Dec, 25

Salary

68.0

Posted On

04 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Surgery, Signs, Patient Education, Infection, Infection Control, Licensure, Interpersonal Skills, Life Support

Industry

Hospital/Health Care

Description
  • Pay Rate: Rate may vary due to local or non-local contracted rates: $63-$68/hr combined Rate of pay. (Pay packages are a combination of taxable hourly rates, tax freeallowances for travel, housing, and meal allowances) (Rates are subject to change via client need)
  • Additional bonuses are available.
  • Rates are subject to change via client

ICU JOB DESCRIPTION

  • Assessing patients: ICU nurses evaluate patients’ conditions, take vital signs, and document symptoms and medical histories
  • Administering treatments: ICU nurses provide treatments to help patients recover and prevent infection, such as administering medications, setting up IVs, and performing diagnostic tests
  • Monitoring patients: ICU nurses monitor patients’ fluid intake and output, and watch for changes in their condition
  • Responding to emergencies: ICU nurses respond to medical emergencies and call doctors when needed
  • Collaborating with the care team: ICU nurses work with doctors, specialists, and other medical professionals to create and implement care plans
  • Educating patients and families: ICU nurses provide information and support to patients and their families
  • Managing wounds: ICU nurses treat wounds and help bedridden patients change positions to prevent sores
  • Maintaining records: ICU nurses maintain detailed patient records and manage reports

PATIENT EDUCATION:

o Educate patients and their families on health conditions, treatment plans, and recovery processes.
o Provide guidance on home care, medication regimens, and lifestyle modifications.
o Infection Control and Safety:
o Adhere to strict infection control protocols.
o Monitor patients for signs of infection, particularly after surgery.
o Ensure the safety and comfort of patients during their hospital stay.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

  • Education: Registered Nurse (RN) with an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
  • Licensure: Valid state RN license.
  • Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) may be required.
  • Experience: Previous experience in a medical-surgical unit is often preferred.
  • Skills: Strong clinical assessment skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities

Please refer the Job description for details

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