Travel Nurse RN - ICU / Critical Care - $2,493 per week in Boston, MA

TravelNurseSource is working with Magnet Medical to find a qualified ICU / Critical Care RN in Boston, Massachusetts, 02215!

Pay Information

$2,493 per week

About The Position

The Registered Nurse (RN) – ICU Neuro specializes in providing critical care for patients with neurological conditions in the Neuro Intensive Care Unit (Neuro ICU) . These patients may be experiencing life-threatening neurological disorders, including but not limited to, brain injuries, strokes, aneurysms, spinal cord injuries, or seizures. The RN in this role is responsible for delivering comprehensive, high-acuity care, monitoring neurological status, administering treatments, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage and stabilize patients.

Key Responsibilities :

Patient Assessment and Monitoring :

Conduct detailed assessments of patients with neurological conditions, including vital signs, neurological exams (e.g., Glasgow Coma Scale, pupil response, limb movement), and monitoring for signs of intracranial pressure (ICP).

• Continuously monitor for changes in neurological status, including altered consciousness, pupil reaction, motor function, and speech.
• Utilize advanced technology and equipment to assess patient status, such as intracranial pressure (ICP) monitoring devices, electroencephalography (EEG), and cardiac monitoring.

Critical Care Management :

Administer prescribed medications, including pain management, sedatives, anticonvulsants, and intravenous medications, ensuring correct dosages and monitoring for side effects.

Neuro-Assessment and Interventions :

Perform neurological assessments using appropriate tools (e.g., Glasgow Coma Scale , pupil reactivity , motor and sensory function ).

Family Education and Support :

Offer support and guidance to families of critically ill patients, explaining the nature of the neurological condition, prognosis, and treatment options.

Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team :

Collaborate with neurologists, neurosurgeons, intensivists, respiratory therapists, physical therapists, and other healthcare providers to deliver comprehensive care for neurocritical patients.

Post-Operative and Recovery Care :

Provide post-operative care for patients who have undergone neurological surgeries, including monitoring for signs of complications such as hemorrhage, infection, or changes in neurological function.

Documentation and Compliance :

Accurately document all patient assessments, interventions, medications, treatments, and changes in condition in the electronic health record (EHR) .

Emergency Response and Crisis Management :

Respond quickly to emergency situations, including stroke alerts, seizures, and deteriorating neurological conditions.

Patient and Family Advocacy :

Advocate for the patient’s best interests by ensuring the care plan aligns with their clinical needs and family preferences.

Professional Development and Education :

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Job Requirements

Required for Onboarding

About Magnet Medical

We are new and nimble!  Even though our company is new we have over 30 years of experience in the Healthcare Staffing world. We have taken all the exceptional things we’ve learned over the years and put them into Magnet MEdical.  We are committed to providing the best Quality, Care, Service and Support to those who are providing care to the patients.  We work with Hospitals and Skilled Nursing Facilities across all 50 states. We can’t do our jobs without you so let’s work together to help you meet all of your goals!

We have recently merged two staffing companies to create Magnet Medical which allows us to offer more opportunities to our travelers!

Modalities we staff :

Since we are new and nimble, we are not set in our ways so that we can be flexible to our candidate and client needs. We are here when you need us!