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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ICU Nurse will be responsible for managing the care of patients who have life-threatening conditions. This includes working in a fast-paced, high-stress environment where decisive action is necessary. The ideal candidate is an experienced professional who has a deep understanding of critical care and life-saving interventions. They must be able to make quick and accurate assessments about incoming patients, including both physical and mental health conditions. The ICU Nurse will work as part of a team, alongside doctors and other healthcare professionals, to manage patient care. They will also need to communicate effectively with patients and their families, providing emotional support and explaining complex medical procedures.
Responsibilities
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- Treating wounds and providing advanced life support
- Assisting physicians in performing procedures
- Observing and recording patient vital signs
- Ensuring that ventilators, monitors and other types of medical equipment function properly
- Administering intravenous fluids and medications
- Ordering diagnostic tests
- Collaborating with fellow members of the critical care team
- Responding to life-saving situations, using nursing standards and protocols for treatment
- Providing education and support to patient families
Requirements
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- Current state licensure as a registered nurse and BLS certification
- Certification in Critical Care Nursing (CCRN)
- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians and hospital staff
- Basic computer skills
- Professional, friendly attitude
- Experience in critical care nursing
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action
- Excellent physical stamina
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How do you handle high-stress situations?
- Can you describe a time when you had to make a quick decision in the ICU?
- How do you communicate with families during difficult situations?
- What steps do you take in a code blue situation?
- How do you ensure the accuracy of patient vital signs and medication administration?