RN - Step Down

Job OpportunityShift DetailsShift: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PMLocation: Chattanooga, TNUnit Name: Progressive Care UnitGeneral InformationNumber of Beds: 29Patient Ratios: 4:1Unit Staffing Description: Dayshift includes a unit secretary and 2-3 PCTs based on census; Nightshift has 2-3 PCTs based on census.Equipment and TechnologyWelch Allyn dynamapsPhillips telemetryPhillips MP2PyxisAlaris pumpsHill-Rom bedsiMobile devicesMobiLabDocumentation SystemMeditechScheduling Requirements3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule.Self-scheduling with flexibility to maintain balanced staffing.Requests for days off can be made prior to schedule closing, finalized two weeks in advance.Block scheduling available for night shift.Floating PolicyTravel RNs will float before core staff, with the oldest float date taking priority.Patient Experience RequirementsThis unit serves a heavy cardiac patient population, including CV surgery patients transitioning from ICU. Key responsibilities include:Performing Q6H head-to-toe assessments and thorough charting.Administering medications including Dopamine, Dobutrex, Nitro, Heparin, Cardizem, Lidocaine, Milrinone, Amiodarone, Cardene, Labetolol, Insulin, and titrating Precedex.Required CertificationsBLSACLSRequested Skill SetCardiac/telemetry experiencePCU and/or critical care experienceAdvanced Skills NeededIV insertionChest tube managementDHT insertion/managementTracheostomy experienceCVC managementEKGFoley managementEarly patient mobilityProcedures Performed on UnitFoley placementIV insertionWound vac managementDKA managementEKGsDHT/NG placementPatient ambulationAssistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)Work Environment and Team DynamicsThis unit emphasizes teamwork and collaboration, striving to provide exceptional care to patients and their families. Staff members are committed to embodying a strong sense of community and support, aligning with a vision of caring for patients like family. Recognized for a positive atmosphere and excellent employee engagement, the unit encourages strong relationships among coworkers.Additional InformationThis unit utilizes advanced technology to enhance patient care and staff efficiency. The iMobile devices facilitate easy communication among healthcare teams and allow staff to access patient charts remotely. Recent technological implementations include MobiLab for specimen collection. Experienced RNs are available on both shifts to provide support and assistance.Position AvailabilityAvailable positions: 2-3