RN Critical Care

Job DescriptionJob Description Summary: Providing nursing care to acutely or critically ill patients with an assigned unit or clinic; Implementing medical care plans; Directing and supervising the patient care provided by nursing personnel assigned to the unit; Maintaining standard unit activities in the absence of the Head Nurse; and Performing other related duties as assigned/required. Provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization. Responsibilities: Implements and monitors patient care plans. Monitors, records and communicates patient condition as appropriate. Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care. Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders. Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team. Complexity of Work: Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment. Personal Protective Equipment: Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required. RN Critical Care-SF RN Registered Nurse Critical Care Traveler RN Critical Care-SF Certifications & Clearance Requirements: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) National Institutes of Health (NIH)