RN - PCU

Registered Nurse

Profession: RN (Registered Nurse) Specialty: Stepdown/MedSurg Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12H Nights Hours per Shift: 7 PM - 7 AM, every other weekend, holidays as scheduled Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience License: Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS Must-Have: Strong assessment skills and adaptability to a fast-paced work environment

Description: The unit has 24 spacious, private rooms with state-of-the-art monitoring capabilities. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3, with assistance from clinical associates. The unit is geared towards the medical/surgical/trauma population. It specializes in patients diagnosed with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic fractures, and complex trauma patients. The unit focuses on patients with respiratory complications, including BiPAP management, blood gas interpretation, tracheostomies, and those who are chronic ventilator-dependent. It also provides care for reconstructive plastic surgery patients, advanced diabetic management for both type 1 and type 2 patients, and general surgical interventions. Complex wound management is another critical aspect of the unit's offerings. Patients requiring 24-hour hemodynamic monitoring receive a higher level of care. The unit features rooms equipped with in-ceiling lifts to promote early patient mobilization. Exceptional learning opportunities are available for seasoned nursing staff as well as new graduate nurses to enhance their skill set. The typical staffing includes three aides for 24 patients. All patient beds are monitored, and there is a central location for telemetry techs. RNs are expected to have basic EKG interpretation skills. Video monitoring is implemented for patient safety. Shifts are from 7 PM to 7:30 AM on weeknights and weekends. Floating will be on a rotational basis with other staff members. The dress code includes royal blue scrubs. Unit-specific orientation will be reviewed with a clinical preceptor.