Job Title: RN - PCU
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 12-Hour Night Shift
Hours per Shift: 36
Experience: Minimum 2 years in requested specialty
License: Required Nursing License
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS, CPI (CPI will be offered if not already certified)
Must-Have:
ED RN: TNCC preferred, ER skills such as arrhythmia monitoring, sedation, paralytics, and titratable drips knowledge.
ICU RN: CCRN & TNCC preferred, ICU skills such as arrhythmia monitoring and CVP monitoring.
PCU RN: Knowledge of cardiac titratable drips.
Med/Tele RN: Basic arrhythmia interpretation and experience managing drains and chest tubes.
Description:
This position involves caring for patients in a progressive care environment.
The facility has a Level 2 Trauma designation and serves a diverse patient population.
Common patient types include individuals with cardiac events, strokes, trauma, and respiratory illnesses.
You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality patient care.
The department emphasizes teamwork and open communication.
You will be responsible for monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing comprehensive patient assessments.
Support staff is readily available to assist with patient care tasks.
Floating between various medical-surgical and critical care areas may be required.
Orientation includes a general introduction to the facility and departmental training.
Weekend rotations and holiday expectations apply.
All staff are encouraged to assist one another and respond promptly to patient needs.
A commitment to patient safety and quality care is essential in this role.