Blood Pressure, Clinical Assessment, Healthcare, Intensive Care, Medical Equipment, Medical Records, Medication Administration, Nursing, Oximetry, Prescription Drugs, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Registered Nurse (RN), Titration
PCU/ICU (stepdown) experience
Shift: 3x12s 7P-7A Nights
- Tracking routine vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry measurements.
- Interpreting measurements from specialized medical equipment.
- Monitoring and administering prescribed medication, as well as performing titration of drug doses.
- Performing diagnostic assessments on changes in measurements, as well as designated interventions.
- Reporting deteriorating conditions to healthcare specialists and following intervention instructions.
- Updating and maintaining ward charts, patient files, and medical records.
- Overseeing Progressive Care Unit nursing assistants and support staff.
- Explaining treatments and procedures to patients and their families, as well as answering questions.