RN - PCU

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit

Location: Summit, State

Assignment Duration: This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Job Description: The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to deliver high-quality patient care. The unit consists of two sections, with 34 beds in unit 630 and 25 beds in unit 633. Our nursing team ensures optimal patient experiences through effective communication, hourly rounding, and maintaining care standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide care for patients with cardiac and complex medical conditions.
• Administer medications, including scheduled cardiac and insulin drips.
• Perform procedures such as peritoneal dialysis, thoracentesis, and central line dressing changes.
• Utilize advanced medical equipment including bipaps, high-flow oxygen systems, and wound vacs.
• Conduct hourly rounding on days and every two-hour rounding on nights.
• Manage patient care effectively with a supportive team environment, utilizing techs for patient assistance.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Current RN license.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS required.
• Experience with EKG rhythm interpretation and managing cardiac drips.
• Preferred experience with peritoneal dialysis, tube feedings, and NG/dobhoff tube insertions.
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to interpret complex clinical data.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:

• SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms 2019
• SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!