ICU Nurse (Open to Expatriates) - Enugu at Sigma Consult

Job Overview:

We are seeking experienced and compassionate ICU Nurses to join our critical care team. The ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a standard ICU, and possess hands-on experience with ICU equipment and machines. As an ICU Nurse, you will provide high-quality, intensive care to critically ill patients, monitor their conditions, and collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure the best outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive, high-level nursing care to critically ill ICU patients, monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with medical procedures as required.
• Manage and operate ICU equipment and machines, ensuring their proper use and timely maintenance.
• Assess patient conditions, respond to medical emergencies, and adjust treatment plans as necessary in collaboration with the medical team.
• Document patient care activities, including assessments, treatments, and progress reports.
• Maintain a sterile and safe environment in the ICU, ensuring that infection control procedures are followed rigorously.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to ensure clear understanding of patient conditions and treatment plans.
• Provide emotional support to patients and their families, showing empathy and compassion during challenging moments.
• Participate in training and development activities to stay current with new techniques, technologies, and best practices in critical care.
• Display professionalism, including conflict resolution, leadership, cooperation, and teamwork, to work effectively within the ICU team.
• Follow complex instructions to carry out medical tasks and procedures, ensuring that all steps are meticulously followed to provide safe and effective care.

Qualifications/Experience:

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a standard ICU setting.
• Valid BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification is desirable.
• Hands-on experience with ICU equipment and machines, including ventilators, cardiac monitors, infusion pumps, etc.
• A valid practicing nursing license.

Other Requirements:

• A willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced, critical care environment.
• Strong critical thinking skills, with the ability to make informed decisions quickly.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks in high-pressure situations.
• Physical agility and strength to provide patient care and respond to emergencies efficiently.
• Ability to work effectively under intense pressure and in emergency situations.
• High professionalism, encompassing conflict resolution, leadership, cooperation, and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to show compassion and humanity while following complex tasks to deliver the highest level of patient care.