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Critical Care ICU RN
Critical Care ICU RN
Houston, TX, 77030
Critical Care - ST, Healthcare
Contract - Full Time
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Maxim Healthcare is searching for Intensive Care Unit ICU Registered Nurses to provide services on a government contract with the Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Houston, Texas. Any state license is accepted!
For further information and/or to apply to this opportunity, please **** or email your resume to ****
Job description:
RN:
The RN will utilize their broad based clinical knowledge to effectively assess, implement health promotion and prevention interventions, manage acute and chronic illness states, assist patient/residents in the attainment of optimal levels of functioning rehabilitation, evaluate patient/resident response to actual or potential health problems, and provide supportive measures for the dying patient/resident and their significant others. Nursing care is performed in accordance with the Texas Registered Nurses Practice Act and within the individual nurse’s scope of license. The VA Nurse Manager(s), or appropriate nursing leadership delegate (i.e. Assistant Nurse Manager), will provide the RN with clinical oversight during their tour of duty. More specific duties and responsibilities of the Registered Nurse are described below and shall be assessed by MEDVAMC prior to provider acceptance.
· Maintain patient/resident confidentiality and a safe patient/resident care environment, including familiarity with requirements such as medication
· administration, patient/resident/family education, discharge process, restraint usage, hazardous waste disposal, etc., as defined by The Joint Commission and all other VA regulatory bodies (i.e. Long Term Care Institute and Office of Inspector General).
Provide patient/resident-centered care by performing the following tasks:
· assess the health care needs of the patient/resident and maintain or develop a plan of care to meet interdisciplinary goals
· assess and act on significant changes in the patient’s/resident’s health condition
· carry out the plan of care by performing/assigning delegated tasks
· collect and document pertinent data into the electronic patient/resident medical record
· complete nursing assessments within required time frames, and in accordance with policy and procedure
· identify and act on predictable needs of the patient/resident
· meet the health care needs of patient/resident by assessing and assisting the patient/resident to meet expressed needs
· meet the emotional and spiritual needs of patients/residents and/or families
· prioritize and complete tasks within the RN’s assigned shift
· update patient/resident care plans
· notify assigned physician of any changes in condition
· report incidents of verbal or physical abuse immediately to the Nurse Manager of the unit they are assigned; or designated off-shift nursing leadership
Perform the following tasks:
· head-to-toe assessment
· insert IV lines
· care and management of peripheral and central lines, including PICC lines
· administer medication including IVs
· coordinate and participate in admission and discharge of patient
· measure vital signs/hemodynamic monitoring including Pain (the 5th Vital Sign), pulse oximetry, etc.
· perform wound care including dressing changes (sterile and non-sterile), and obtaining wound cultures as necessary
· obtain and deliver specimens to lab
· perform tracheostomy care
· perform non-acute and/or acute ventilator care, if needed
· perform suctioning including oral, nasogastic, and tracheostomy
· perform deep suctioning, which may include obtaining specimens
· assess for and administer tube feedings
· assist with routine urinary and bowel elimination including catheters, colostomies, and digital stimulation educate patients/residents and/or families regarding health and diagnoses and medication administration including indications for the medication.
· respond and assist in an emergency situation
· provide clinical oversight to Licensed Practical Nurses, Nursing Assistants and Health Technicians
MEDVAMC provides nursing services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Temporary contract nursing services shall supplement full time MEDVAMC staff on an as needed basis as staffing needs arise depending on vacancies, vacations, resignations, and illnesses to ensure required staffing levels are maintained. Notification of required needs may be between 24-48 hours. Coverage may include weekends, federal holidays, days, evenings, or overnights, and are variable within a 24 hour period. Contractor’s personnel shall be required to work any regular or irregular tour, with 8 hour and 12 hour tours typically being:
12 Hour Tour
Day 0700-2000 ; Night 2000-0700
One 8 hour short shift: 0700-1530; 1500-2330; and 2300-0730
Must be willing to rotate shifts, be flexible to work both days and nights dependent upon the VAs need
Minimum Qualifications:
· RN (Specialty Care – ICU/PACU/Cath Lab/Bronch, Emergency Department)
· Current ACLS Certification
Current BLS Certification
· One (1) year experience in Critical Care Nursing
· Shall have a current unrestricted license from a State, Territory or Commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia.
· Shall be proficient in spoken and written English.
· Personnel shall be graduates of a professional, accredited nursing school approved by the appropriate state at the time the program was completed, or in the case of graduates from foreign schools of professional nursing, possession of current, unrestricted license as described herein will also meet the basic education requirement.
· Proficient with electronic medical records
· Proof of negative TB test within the last 12 months
· Pre-employment drug screen
· Must be able to pass federal background clearance (with fingerprints) and privileging
Benefits
At Maxim Healthcare Group, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
**CO Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, Health Savings Account , 401(k), 401(k) Company Match, Profit Sharing, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Primary Caregiver Leave, Parental Leave, Life and Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Voluntary Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Home and Auto Insurance, Pet Insurance, Transportation Benefits, CommonBond, Educational Assistance Program, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off/Company Holidays
About Maxim Healthcare Group
Maxim Healthcare Group has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, and employees for more than 30 years. Our nationwide suite of services includes home healthcare, companion and behavioral care, healthcare staffing, and workforce solutions. Maxim’s commitment to customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical staffing needs makes us a trusted partner wherever healthcare is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Group is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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