Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: PCU
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 1 year
License: New York License required
Certifications: BLS and NIHSS Required
Must-Have:
- Must have New York License in hand
- Must have EPIC experience
- Must be able to take a patient ratio of 1:5 to 1:7
Description:
The position is for a registered nurse specializing in the progressive care unit.
The nurse will work on the night shift covering 4 shifts of 12 hours each.
Every other weekend is required.
First-time travelers are accepted.
Candidates must be located more than 75 miles from the facility.
The nurse will care for adult, acute care patients who require specialized care.
Continuous pulse oximetry and telemetry monitoring will be utilized.
Responsibilities include airway management and acute BIPAP support.
Candidates should be familiar with arterial lines, central lines, and titrated medicated IV infusions.
Patient care services will vary depending on each individual's specific needs.
The nurse must be adaptable, vigilant, and capable of providing compassionate care.
Interdisciplinary support includes teams such as IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, and more.
The patient population will include adults and geriatrics.
Daily census is approximately 17 patients, with a focus on specialized pulmonary care.
The nurse will be involved in various procedures including telemetry monitoring, medication administration, and phlebotomy.
Essential skills include interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, as well as knowledge of isolation precautions and IV protocols.