PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Opportunity:

RN - PCU Stepdown

Job Details:

• 12-hour night shifts from 6:30 PM to 6:30 AM
• Every other weekend requirement
• PCU level of care on a 55-bed unit (4th Floor East Wing)
• RN patient ratio of 1:4 for both day and night shifts
• Adult patient population; pediatric patients are rare and must be 15 years or older
• Common patient diagnoses include CVA, TIA, shortness of breath, subdural hematoma, and generalized weakness
• Experience with common drips and medications including PCA pumps, Cardizem, and insulin required
• Telemetry competency required
• Charting completed in EPIC EMR system
• IV pump experience with Alaris required
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Nursing assistant support, charge nurse, educators, care managers, social workers, dieticians, PT, and OT available on unit
• Float capability required, ideally to medical-surgical areas based on highest need
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• BSN not required
• Pass/fail open book exam during orientation with a minimum passing score of 90% required
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments
• Candidate must reside more than 50 miles from facility; valid driver's license required at submittal