ICU Nurse

Job Description

Demonstrates integration of the unique knowledge and technical skills required for the

specialty as per the role specific clinical practice definition in Appendix 1 and the SEHA

competency and training matrix.

Technical skills required for this area as outlined in Clinical Competency and Training

Matrix and/or the department/unit Scope of Service.

ICU nurses provide specialized care for critically ill adults with

life-threatening conditions such as trauma, sepsis, respiratory failure, burns,

and multi-organ dysfunction.

• Their scope includes advanced monitoring, emergency response,
  
  

mechanical ventilation, vasopressor and dialysis therapies, complex

post-operative care, and skilled use of specialized equipment such as

ventilators, infusion pumps, cardiac monitors, feeding tubes, catheters, and

central lines to optimize patient outcomes

Responsibilities

In conjunction with, but not limited to, the Manager / Charge Nurse / CRN, identifies

own professional learning needs and develops a learning plan as required.

Participates in self and peer evaluation including reflective practice.

Initiates or participates in clinical research that contributes to continual improvement in

standards of care.

Develops and maintains own Professional Portfolio

Obtains accredited and non-accredited Continuing Nursing Education (CNE) Units in

compliance with DOH requirements.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in nursing AND DOH license or eligibility.

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