PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Opportunity:

RN - PCU

Job Details:

• 4x12-hour night shifts scheduled from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
• Must be comfortable working all PCU and Medical-Surgical units
• Staffing needs are re-evaluated every 4 hours, so traveler may float 2-3 times per shift
• Night shift float may occur at 11:00 PM
• Weekend requirement: Every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week scheduling block
• Must work at least 1 holiday per 13-week contract
• Facility may call off 1 shift per 2-week period
• PCU average patient ratio 5:1; MS average patient ratio 6:1 (may flex up to 7:1)
• Ratios can be 1:6 with PCU patients and may work without CNA support
• EPIC charting experience required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS
• Must be experienced in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and blood product administration
• Must be skilled in central line care, trach management, and non-invasive airway support including nasal cannula, CPAP/BiPAP, and chest tubes (Emerson/PleurEvac)
• Must be proficient in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, titrating cardiac drips, and responding to emergencies via Rapid Response/Code teams
• Must be capable of managing PCA and heparin protocols, administering IV insulin, and handling endocrine/metabolic conditions
• Background in telemetry and stepdown-level care (PCU/DOU/IMC) with cardiovascular experience in pre/post cardiac cath settings required
• Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Patients treated include adults and geriatrics
• Interdisciplinary support available including Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Social Services, Rapid Response Teams, Pharmacy, and Transportation