RN Neuro ICU NT

Critical care nursing is a deeper, more intimate call to care during one of the most vulnerable times in your patient’s life. You understand that you can reach beyond the patient’s bedside to the concerned family to update on conditions and recovery, consoling grief, and inspiring hope.

• Take the lead: prioritize, coordinate, and delegate all care touchpoints for your patients.
• Evaluate vital signs according to standards of care and monitor life support measures such as advanced heart and respiratory technology.
• Apply knowledge of complex patient conditions, including psycho/social needs, to provide comprehensive care.
• Maintain and advocate a safe environment for everyone.
• Monitor and engage with patients, families, and appropriate care team members immediately concerning significant events, patient condition changes, or questions and concerns.
• Prevent and treat wounds.
• Monitor and execute Joint Commission infection control and environment of care requirements.
• Ensure continuity of care, efficient throughput, consistent communications, and an exceptional experience for every patient.
• Collaborate and consult with the nursing supervisor.
• Contribute to the team by assisting others without being asked.
• Initiate patient and family education using appropriate resources and continuum of care services.

• Current nursing license to practice in Louisiana, as defined by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Current ACLS and PALS certification.

Nights (United States of America)

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