PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Opportunity:

RN - IMC

Job Details:

• Work 3x12 night shifts from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
• IMC patient ratio of 1:4
• Float to Telemetry and/or Medical Surgical units as needed (ratios on these units are 1:5/1:6)
• Every other weekend coverage required - unit will direct based on operational needs
• Holiday coverage required
• No on-call required
• Must successfully pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum overall score of 80% and a score of 100% on lethal rhythms
• Required certifications: ACLS and BLS
• PCU/IMC/Stepdown experience required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Must have completed at least 1 travel assignment
• Previous charge experience preferred
• Community hospital experience preferred
• Skills required include: BiPAP/CPAP management, central line care and management, chest tube management, heparin protocols, high flow nasal cannula, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, IV insulin protocols, cardiac drip management (no titration), telemetry monitoring, pre/post hemodialysis management, and starting and maintaining IVs
• Special procedures include: chest tubes, PCA infusions, bedside monitoring, non-titratable drips, and IV infusions
• Special equipment includes: bedside monitoring for up to 8 patients, ultrasound IV, cardiac monitoring, and lift equipment
• Common patient diagnoses include: CHG, diabetes, COPD/asthma, sepsis, pneumothorax, ESRD/dialysis, hypertension/hypotension, ETOH withdrawal, and general surgery
• Interdisciplinary support available including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, and rapid response teams