PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Opportunity:

RN - PCU

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour shifts on a Step-Down/Telemetry unit
• Schedule requires 3 shifts per week with every other weekend requirement in 4-week blocks
• Patient ratio of 4:1
• Unit is an 18-bed Interventional Care Unit specializing in cardiac procedure patients
• Care for patients including STEMI, NSTEMI, PCIs, groin or radial access, and post cath lab nursing care
• Manage conditions including chest pain rule-out, CHF, COPD, cardiac management, chest tubes, hi-flow, Bi-PAP, Pericardiocentesis, Thoracentesis, PD, Trachs, Pacemakers, and CIWA
• Proficiency in telemetry required
• Perform post-operative nursing care procedures
• Work with equipment including IV pumps, Sara Steadys, Hi-Flow, Bi-PAP, Kangaroo pumps, Hoyer lift, and bladder scanner
• Document using Meditech Expanse system
• Participate in bedside shift rounds, handoff, and personal connections for patient experience requirements
• Professional garb required as dress code
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a hospital setting required
• Valid NH license or compact license required at submission
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH