Critical Care Nurse (CCRN)
Location: Chcago, IL
Job Type: Travel Contract
Company: Encompass Healthcare Staffing
Category: Healthcare: Nursing
Job Description Apply Now
The Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) plays a pivotal role within the intensive care unit, providing specialized, high-level nursing care for patients facing the most serious health challenges. As a Critical Care Nurse (CCRN), you will work within a multidisciplinary team environment, managing complex medical, surgical, cardiac, and neurological cases. This position is ideal for nursing professionals who thrive in high-acuity settings, demonstrating advanced clinical skills, keen assessment abilities, and a commitment to patient-centered care. The Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) ensures optimal outcomes for critically ill patients by responding swiftly to dynamic clinical situations and collaborating closely with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
Joining our team as a Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) offers the opportunity to make a real impact within the intensive care unit. You will utilize your skills in critical thinking, decision-making, and advanced patient monitoring to manage life-sustaining interventions in a fast-paced environment. The Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) is responsible for providing comprehensive care, from post-cardiac surgery recovery to acute medical emergencies and complex surgical complications. This role is essential in supporting the continuum of care and improving patient outcomes through vigilant monitoring, rapid response, and precise execution of care plans.
The Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) position requires a strong foundation in nursing practice, experience in intensive care, and a dedication to ongoing professional development. You will be expected to maintain up-to-date certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), ensuring you are prepared to respond to life-threatening situations at any moment. As a valued member of the ICU team, the Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) will collaborate with intensivists, physicians, and allied health professionals to provide evidence-based, holistic care to critically ill patients.
As a Critical Care Nurse (CCRN), you will actively contribute to the success of your healthcare team and support the organization’s mission to deliver exceptional patient care. The role offers opportunities for growth, ongoing training, and the ability to work with advanced medical technologies. If you are passionate about critical care nursing and eager to join a dynamic and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply for the Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) position by clicking the application button today.
Critical Care Nurse (CCRN) - Summary- Provide comprehensive care in the intensive care unit to a diverse population of critically ill patients.
- Utilize advanced clinical knowledge and nursing skills to manage complex and acute patient cases.
- Work closely with a multidisciplinary healthcare team to optimize patient outcomes.
- Respond rapidly and effectively to changes in patient condition in a high-acuity environment.
- Manage life-sustaining interventions for patients with medical, surgical, cardiac, and neurological conditions.
- Monitor and titrate vasoactive medications and drips, and manage patients on mechanical ventilation.
- Conduct continuous hemodynamic monitoring and interpret advanced clinical data to guide interventions.
- Recognize subtle changes in patient status and implement rapid response protocols as needed.
- Collaborate with intensivists, specialists, and other healthcare providers to implement complex care plans.
- Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely.
- Educate patients and families about critical illness, treatments, and expected outcomes as appropriate.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and ongoing clinical education.
- Competitive compensation structure, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision coverage.
- Retirement savings plan and opportunities for professional development.
- Supportive work environment with access to cutting-edge technology and continuing education.
- Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Minimum of one (1) year recent experience in an Intensive Care Unit (ICU) or Critical Care setting.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
- Strong clinical assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Demonstrates expertise in managing high-acuity patients and complex care situations.
- Exhibits resilience, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.
- Engaged in lifelong learning and seeks opportunities for professional growth.
- Possesses excellent critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Values teamwork and contributes positively to unit morale and patient care outcomes.
- Position requires flexibility in scheduling, including potential night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Commitment to maintaining regulatory compliance and upholding evidence-based practice standards.
- Opportunity to work in a regionally recognized healthcare facility with a culture of excellence.
- Supportive leadership and mentorship for career advancement in critical care nursing.
- We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) and value diversity at all levels of the organization.
If you are ready to take the next step in your critical care nursing career as a Critical Care Nurse (CCRN), apply today by clicking the application button and become an integral part of our intensive care unit team.