ICU Nurse Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of an ICU Nurse includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Evaluate and monitor the patient’s progress.
  • Identify sudden or subtle changes in a patient’s medical condition.
  • Deliver regular updates to doctors, patients, and their family members.
  • Complete all necessary paperwork before transferring a patient.
  • Maintain patient records.
  • Create and implement effective care plans.
  • Begin treatment and monitor doses.
  • If necessary, respond to a medical emergency and alert the appropriate doctors.
  • Care for patient needs throughout their recovery in the ICU unit.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of ICU Nurse duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific ICU Nurse roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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