Why Join Us Work in a well-supported unit with a dedicated Charge Nurse on every shift who carries no patient assignment, plus robust ancillary support including 24/7 Lab, Therapy, Case Management, and Pharmacy services. Care for a diverse patient population including COPD exacerbation, CHF, swing bed patients (wound care, amputations, long-term antibiotics), as well as some postpartum and pediatric patients.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Alliance, NE
Description
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Patient Care Unit (IMC/PCU/Stepdown)
Location
Alliance, NE | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 12-Hour Night Shifts | 6:30 PM Start Time | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care on a 25-bed private unit, including floor beds and Medical Decision Unit beds, with a patient ratio of 1:4 (1:5 stretch)
Care for a diverse patient population including COPD exacerbation, CHF, swing bed patients (wound care, amputations, long-term antibiotics), as well as some postpartum and pediatric patients
Perform telemetry monitoring utilizing central telemetry and portable tele monitors
Document patient care using Meditech Expanse; operate Alaris infusion pumps
May float to the Emergency Department in a task nurse capacity only
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team including Case Managers, Social Services, Therapy, Lab, and Pharmacy
Required Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Medical Surgical / Telemetry unit
Previous experience working in a Critical Access Hospital required
Experience with swing bed patient populations, including wound care and long-term antibiotic management
Familiarity with Meditech Expanse charting system
Why Join Us
Work in a well-supported unit with a dedicated Charge Nurse on every shift who carries no patient assignment, plus robust ancillary support including 24/7 Lab, Therapy, Case Management, and Pharmacy services
Structured orientation program including classroom training and a preceptored shift to set you up for success