Job Overview:
We are searching for a dedicated intensive care unit (ICU) nurse to deliver vital care to seriously ill or injured patients in our ICU department. As a specialized nurse, you will be highly trained to treat patients who have suffered strokes, heart attacks, or undergone invasive surgery.
You will perform a range of tasks including performing diagnostic tests, conducting follow-up visits, monitoring patient recovery, and responding to medical emergencies. In addition to having a highly analytical mindset, our ideal candidate will also possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities:
- Evaluate and monitor the patient’s progress.
- Identify sudden or subtle changes in a patient’s medical condition.
- Deliver regular updates to doctors, patients, and their family members.
- Begin treatment and monitor doses.
- If necessary, respond to a medical emergency and alert the appropriate doctors.
- Care for patient needs throughout their recovery in the ICU unit.
- Complete all necessary paperwork before transferring a patient.
- Maintain patient records.
- Create and implement effective care plans.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing or a relevant field.
- At least 5 years experience as an ICU nurse or critical care unit.
- Good understanding of health information structures and technology.
- Available to work 12-hour day and night shifts.
- Demonstrate brilliant empathy and communication skills.
- Ability to work in a stressful and emotional environment.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $2,200.00 - $2,300.00 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Critical & Intensive Care
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Supplemental pay types:
Supplemental schedule:
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Nursing: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- RN (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Prescott Valley, AZ 86314: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person