PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Opportunity:

RN - IMC

Job Details:

• Work three 12-hour day shifts per week
• Every other weekend coverage required with unit directing weekend coverage based on operational needs
• No call required
• Float to Telemetry and/or Medical Surgical units as needed (ratios on these units are 1:5 or 1:6)
• IMC patient ratio is 1:4
• Care for adult patients with diagnoses including CHF, diabetes, COPD/asthma, sepsis, pneumothorax, ESRD/dialysis, hypertension/hypotension, ETOH withdrawal, and general surgery
• Perform and manage special procedures including chest tubes, PCA infusions, bedside monitoring, non-titratable drips, and IV infusions
• Utilize special equipment including bedside monitoring for up to 8 patients, ultrasound IV, cardiac monitoring, and lift equipment
• Required skills include BiPAP/CPAP management, central line care and management, CVA management, feeding tube care, heparin protocols, high flow nasal cannula, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, IV insulin protocols, cardiac drip management (no titration), telemetry monitoring, pre/post hemodialysis management, and peripheral line care
• Interdisciplinary support available including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, social services, and rapid response teams
• Must successfully pass the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum overall score of 80% and a score of 100% on lethal rhythms
• PCU/IMC/Stepdown experience required
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• Must have completed at least 1 travel assignment
• Required certifications: ACLS and BLS
• Holiday coverage required
• Must have either a compact license or an MD license