TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Colorado Springs, Colorado, 80907!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: PCU Stepdown
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 12-Hour Days
Hours per Shift: 36
Experience: Minimum 2 years
License: Required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS
Must-Have:
- Ability to care for non-invasive respiratory support, such as BPAP and Heated High Flow.
- Proficiency in managing certain drips as outlined in titratable medications policy.
- Experience with chest tube management.
- Ability to titrate drips including cardiac, antihypertensive, metabolic, antiarrhythmic, sedation, and analgesia.
Description:
The candidate will be responsible for assessing and providing care to patients.
The role includes monitoring patients with cardiac and respiratory issues and those recovering from procedures.
Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:3 or 1:4, ensuring quality care.
The charge nurse does not take a patient assignment, allowing focus on supervision.
The unit supports a variety of respiratory equipment including vents, CPAP, and BiPAP.
Tele-monitoring is available, with telemetry techs assigned to the unit.
Feet must wear navy blue scrubs as part of the dress code.
Self-scheduling and block scheduling are allowed to accommodate staff needs.
There is an expectation to fulfill a minimum number of weekend shifts as part of the schedule.
Floating to other units may be required based on hospital needs.
Shifts may include holiday and on-call requirements as determined by management.
The charting system used in the unit is EPIC.