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Critical Care Nurses - 29-1141.03

O*NET-SOC Description

Provide specialized nursing care for patients in critical or coronary care units.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

Certified Critical Care Nurse
Critical Care Nurse Practitioner
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
ICU Critical Care NP (Intensive Care Unit Critical Care Nurse Practitioner)
ICU Nurse (Intensive Care Unit Nurse)

Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse (ICU RN)
Newborn ICU RN (Newborn Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse)
Nurse
Pediatric Critical Care Nurse Practitioner
Staff Nurse

SOC Occupation Groups

29-0000	Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-1000	Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners
29-1140	Registered Nurses
29-1141.00	Registered Nurses
29-1141.03	Critical Care Nurses

Related Occupations

29-1126.00	Respiratory Therapists Bright Outlook
29-1141.00	Registered Nurses
29-1141.01	Acute Care Nurses
29-1141.02	Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses
29-1141.04	Clinical Nurse Specialists
29-1161.00	Nurse Midwives
29-1171.00	Nurse Practitioners
29-2043.00	Paramedics
29-2061.00	Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses
31-1131.00	Nursing Assistants

Tasks

Administer blood and blood products, monitoring patients for signs and symptoms related to transfusion reactions.
Administer medications intravenously, by injection, orally, through gastric tubes, or by other methods.
Advocate for patients' and families' needs, or provide emotional support for patients and their families.
Assess family adaptation levels and coping skills to determine whether intervention is needed.
Assess patients' pain levels or sedation requirements.
Assess patients' psychosocial status and needs, including areas such as sleep patterns, anxiety, grief, anger, and support systems.
Assist physicians with procedures such as bronchoscopy, endoscopy, endotracheal intubation, or elective cardioversion.
Collaborate with other health care professionals to develop and revise treatment plans, based on identified needs and assessment data.
Collect specimens for laboratory tests.
Compile and analyze data obtained from monitoring or diagnostic tests.
Conduct pulmonary assessments to identify abnormal respiratory patterns or breathing sounds that indicate problems.
Coordinate patient care conferences.
Document patients' medical histories and assessment findings.
Document patients' treatment plans, interventions, outcomes, or plan revisions.
Ensure that equipment or devices are properly stored after use.
Evaluate patients' vital signs or laboratory data to determine emergency intervention needs.
Identify malfunctioning equipment or devices.
Identify patients at risk of complications due to nutritional status.
Identify patients' age-specific needs and alter care plans as necessary to meet those needs.
Monitor patients for changes in status and indications of conditions such as sepsis or shock and institute appropriate interventions.
Monitor patients' fluid intake and output to detect emerging problems, such as fluid and electrolyte imbalances.
Participate in professional organizations and continuing education to improve practice knowledge and skills.
Participate in the development, review, or evaluation of nursing practice protocols.
Perform approved therapeutic or diagnostic procedures, based upon patients' clinical status.
Plan, provide, or evaluate educational programs for nursing staff, interdisciplinary health care team members, or community members.
Prioritize nursing care for assigned critically ill patients, based on assessment data or identified needs.
Provide post-mortem care.
Set up and monitor medical equipment and devices such as cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms, oxygen delivery devices, transducers, or pressure lines.
Supervise and monitor unit nursing staff.

Detailed Work Activities

Administer blood or other fluids intravenously.
Administer intravenous medications.
Administer non-intravenous medications.
Analyze test data or images to inform diagnosis or treatment.
Assess patient work, living, or social environments.
Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.
Collect biological specimens from patients.
Conduct health or safety training programs.
Develop medical treatment plans.
Establish nursing policies or standards.
Evaluate patient functioning, capabilities, or health.
Examine medical instruments or equipment to ensure proper operation.
Interact with patients to build rapport or provide emotional support.
Maintain medical or professional knowledge.
Monitor patient conditions during treatments, procedures, or activities.
Monitor patient progress or responses to treatments.
Operate diagnostic or therapeutic medical instruments or equipment.
Prepare medical supplies or equipment for use.
Record patient medical histories.
Supervise patient care personnel.
Test patient heart or lung functioning.
Train medical providers.
Treat medical emergencies.

Military Crosswalk Titles

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Adult Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Aeromedical Nurse Practitioner (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Certified Nurse Midwife (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Family Nurse Practitioner (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Aerospace Medical Service (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Aeromedical Education Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Allergy/Immunization Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Flight and Operational Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Independent Duty Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, National Registry Paramedic (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Apprentice, Neurodiagnostic Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Aeromedical Education Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Allergy/Immunization Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Flight and Operational Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Independent Duty Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, National Registry Paramedic (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Craftsman, Neurodiagnostic Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Aeromedical Education Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Allergy/Immunization Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Flight and Operational Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Independent Duty Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, National Registry Paramedic (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Helper, Neurodiagnostic Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Aeromedical Education Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Allergy/Immunization Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Flight and Operational Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Independent Duty Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, National Registry Paramedic (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Journeyman, Neurodiagnostic Medical Technician (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
Aerospace Medical Service Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Army Public Health Nurse (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Certified Nurse Midwife (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse, Critical Care (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse, Critical Care (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse, Emergency/Trauma (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse, Emergency/Trauma (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care (Space Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse, Obstetrical (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse, Post Anesthesia Care Unit (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Nurse, Staff Development (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Clinical Specialist, Nursing (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Combat Medic Specialist (Army - Enlisted)
Critical Care Medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Anesthesia (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Emergency Medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Internal Medicine (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Neurology (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Pediatrics (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Medicine Physician, Surgery (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Nurse (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Critical Care Nurse (Navy - Warrant Officer only)
Critical Care Nursing (Army - Commissioned Officer only)

Deep Sea Diving Independent Duty Corpsman (Navy - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Craftsman, Dental Hygienist (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Dental Assistant Journeyman, Dental Hygienist (Air Force - Enlisted)
Emergency Medical Specialist (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Medicine Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Medicine Physician, Emergency Medicine Services Physician (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Medicine Physician, Emergency Medicine Specialist (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Nursing (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency Physician (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency/Trauma Nurse (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Emergency/Trauma Nurse (Navy - Warrant Officer only)
Family Nurse Practitioner (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Field Medical Service Technician (Navy - Enlisted)
Field Surgeon (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Corpsman (Navy - Enlisted)
Fleet Marine Force Reconnaissance Independent Duty Corpsman (Navy - Enlisted)
Flight Nurse (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
General Medical Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Generalist Nurse (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Health Services Management (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Craftsman, Health Information Technology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Journeyman, Health Information Technology (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Management Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Health Services Technician (Coast Guard - Enlisted)
Hospitalman (Navy - Enlisted)
Medical Administration Specialty (Coast Guard - Warrant Officer only)
Medical Corps Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Medical Deep Sea Diving Technician (Navy - Enlisted)
Medical Surgical Nurse (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Mental Health Nurse (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Special Operations Tactical Medic (SO-TM) (Navy - Enlisted)
Naval Special Warfare Special Operations Combat Medic (SOCM) (Navy - Enlisted)
Nurse Anesthetist (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Nurse Anesthetist (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Nurse Corps Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Obstetrics and Gynecologic Nurse (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Operating Room Nurse (Air Force - Commissioned Officer only)
Pararescue (Air Force - Enlisted)
Pararescue Apprentice (Air Force - Enlisted)
Pararescue Craftsman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Pararescue Helper (Air Force - Enlisted)
Pararescue Journeyman (Air Force - Enlisted)
Pararescue Manager (Air Force - Enlisted)
Pararescue Superintendent (Air Force - Enlisted)
Perioperative Nurse (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Perioperative Nurse (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Practical Nursing Specialist (Army - Enlisted)
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Professional Registered Nurse (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Psychiatric/Behavioral Health Nurse (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Psychiatric/Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
Pulmonary Disease/Critical Care Officer (Army - Commissioned Officer only)
SC - Nurse Corps - General (Navy - Commissioned Officer only)
Search and Rescue Medical Technician (Navy - Enlisted)
Special Forces Medical Sergeant (Army - Enlisted)
Submarine Force Independent Duty Corpsman (Navy - Enlisted)
Surface Force Independent Duty Corpsman (Navy - Enlisted)

Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

No information available.

DOT Crosswalk Titles

Nurse, General Duty