PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Opportunity:

RN - Trauma

Job Details:

• Work on a 46-bed Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma (OST) unit on the 4th floor
• Patient ratios of 1:5 to 1:6
• Day shift staffing includes 2 charge nurse coordinators, 10 nurses, 5 patient care technicians, and 2 secretaries
• Night shift staffing includes 2 charge nurse coordinators, 10 nurses, and 4 patient care technicians
• Must complete BSSR and hourly safety rounding
• Float to med surgery units as needed
• 4 weekend shifts per scheduling period required
• Perform and assist with spinal procedures, ORIF, external fixators, chest tubes, and abdominal procedures
• Experience with traction, external fixators, wound vacs, chest tubes, and nasogastric tubes preferred
• Post-operative care experience required
• Strong communication skills required
• Thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a positive attitude
• Work with equipment including Welch vitals machines, Baxter pumps, and Meditech EMR system
• Trauma and orthopedic experience preferred
• Royal blue scrubs required for RN staff
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS