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Critical Care careers
Critical Care covers management of life-threatening illness in intensive care. Teams typically work in icus, hdus and combine anaesthesiologist, icu nurse, respiratory therapist roles. Compensation ranges from roughly $15,000 to $450,000 a year worldwide.
Quick answer
Critical Care focuses on management of life-threatening illness in intensive care. Teams work in icus, hdus and pay ranges from $15,000 to $450,000 a year worldwide.
Snapshot
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Category | Medical |
| Focus | management of life-threatening illness in intensive care |
| Settings | ICUs, HDUs |
| Certifications | CCRN, ACLS |
| Salary range (USD) | $15,000 – $450,000 |
Roles in this specialty
- Anaesthesiologist
- ICU Nurse
- Respiratory Therapist
Core procedures and activities
- Mechanical ventilation
- Vasopressor support
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