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JOB SUMMARY
This position cares for patients who are critically ill. The nurse has a great deal of one-on-one contact with the patient
and is often the main source of contact for the family members. This position is responsible for constant monitoring of
the patient's condition, as well as recognition of any subtle changes. These nurses use a large amount of technology
within their practice and function as integral members of the multidisciplinary health care team. Critical care nurses
must possess the ability to collaborate with other members of the healthcare team such as physicians, case
managers, therapists and other nurses. They are responsible for all care given to the patient, from medication
administration to tracheotomy and other ventilator care, as well as constant monitoring, assessment, vital sign
monitoring, ventilatory management, medication administration, intravenous insertion and infusion, central line care,
Swan-Ganz catheters, and maintenance of a running record of the patient's status. Must be prepared at all times to
perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and other lifesaving techniques.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Work Experience
2 years critical care preferred
Required Licenses
[Texas, United States] Registered Nurse
Certifications:
ACLS (must obtain within 90 days from hire date)
BLS (must obtain within 60 days from hire date)
Handle with Care (must obtain within 90 days from hire date)

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