(Archived) ICU Nurse

Intensive Care Unit - Nurse Assignment

As an ICU Nurse, you will be responsible for providing direct and individualized nursing care to patients. This assignment is for NYC Health + Hospitals located in New York, NY.

You will deliver vital care to seriously ill or injured patients in our ICU department. As a specialized nurse, you are 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.

Overall weekly amount: $5,055

DETAILS:

• NYC Health + Hospitals system
• Pay: $65/hour and $97.50/hour for overtime. Approximate weekly amount: $3,380
• Duration: 13-week assignment, possible option to extend
• Weekly Shifts: 4 (12 hour/shift)

BENEFITS:

• General and Professional Liability coverage
• Worker Compensation coverage
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance available from first day of employment
• Travel to/from NYC reimbursed (flight or mileage)
• $150 daily stipend for food/transportation/incidentals. Weekly amount: $1,050
• Lodging provided or $625/week housing stipend

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