Registered Nurse Critical Care Float - Night Shift - CARE
Occupations:
Critical Care NursesAcute Care NursesRegistered NursesClinical Nurse SpecialistsLicensed Practical and Licensed Vocational NursesIndustries:
General Medical and Surgical HospitalsSpecialty (except Psychiatric and Substance Abuse) HospitalsHome Health Care ServicesOther Residential Care FacilitiesNursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities)Description :The float critical care nurse provides direct and individualized care to acutely and critically ill patients, in a highly technical and ongoing monitoring environment. They assess the patient’s condition, perform diagnostic tests, begin treatments and assist doctors with any required medical procedures. The critical care nurse monitors and adjusts specialized equipment, interprets and records electronic displays; i.e. intracranial pressures, central venous pressures, pulmonary artery pressures, cardiac rhythms, ventilator settings, etc.Education:▪ Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program or NLN approved program▪ Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in NursingExperience:▪ Preferred: Previous nursing experienceSkills:▪ Excellent verbal and written communication skills▪ Demonstrate effective leadership abilities▪ Exhibits valuable time management skills▪ Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills.▪ Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment.Licensure/Certification/Registration: ▪ Required: RN license active in the state of Missouri ▪ Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days ▪ Must obtain ACLS within one year of hire