RN - PCU

Registered Nurse (RN)

Join a dedicated team providing exceptional care in a dynamic healthcare environment. We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to deliver nursing care in a step-down unit. This role is vital in managing patient care and ensuring the highest standards of clinical practice.

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for planning and providing comprehensive nursing care to patients in the step-down unit. This includes accurately interpreting ECG rhythm and responding to life-threatening emergencies in the patient populations served. The RN will supervise and delegate care responsibilities to ancillary personnel according to their scope of practice.

Essential Functions

• Provide appropriate nursing interventions in both stable and emergent patient situations.
• Administer medications and intravenous therapy, including blood products.
• Conduct care and maintenance of indwelling catheters and drains.
• Utilize and maintain medical equipment safely in the critical care setting.
• Interpret ECG rhythms accurately and manage care during emergencies.
• Verify alarm settings with Monitor Technician as per policy.
• Demonstrate knowledge of lead functions and make recommendations for optimal monitoring based on patient presentations.
• Care for patients post coronary intervention, including femoral sheath removal using the Femostop Device.
• Manage care for patients post permanent pacemaker and AICD placement.

Education and Work Experience

• Associate Degree in Nursing (A.S.) or equivalent: Required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing: Preferred
• Successful completion of Basic Dysrhythmia Course: Preferred
• Completion of Critical Care Course: Preferred
• Six months of cardiac step-down or telemetry experience within the last two years: Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Current RN license in state of practice: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved vendor: Required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from an approved vendor: Required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification: Required within 6 months of hire

If you are a compassionate, skilled professional looking to make a difference in the lives of patients, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity in our healthcare team.