PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Opportunity:

RN - Med Surg Oncology Stepdown

Job Details:

• 12-hour shifts available on days (6:30 AM - 7:00 PM) and nights (6:30 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Every other weekend required
• Self-scheduling available but balanced to the needs of the unit
• Patient care unit is a PCU Oncology unit (5 North) with 18 beds
• Primary patient population includes adult oncology PCU and trauma PCU patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 to 1:5 on both days and nights
• Minimum 1 year of experience required; first-time travelers accepted
• Oncology experience preferred; strong PCU experience without oncology experience may be considered
• Charge nurse experience not required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS (AHA)
• ONS/ONCC certification preferred but not required
• Chemotherapy certification preferred but not required
• Travelers may float to other Med/Surg and PCU units at the same level of care
• Two days of unit orientation provided
• Must be comfortable titrating insulin and Cardizem drips
• Common drips and medications include chemotherapy, heparin, Cardizem, and Protonix
• Respiratory equipment commonly encountered includes high-flow devices
• EMR system: Epic
• IV pumps: Alaris
• Lyko lifts available in even-numbered rooms with additional lift equipment available
• Support staff includes nursing assistants, charge nurse, PT/OT, RN case manager, social worker, educator, and dietitian
• Hourly rounding and bedside shift report are key patient experience focuses
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments
• Driver's license required at submittal
• Must score 90% or higher on open book skills exam during orientation
• BSN not required