Travel Nurse - Registered Nurse - Pcu - Progressive Care Unit - $2278.62 / Week

Registered Nurse RN New Graduate Progressive Care PCU Primary City/State: Tucson, Arizona Department Name: PCU-4N Work Shift: Night Job Category: Nursing Great nursing careers start with great training. Nurses at Banner Health enjoy some of the best on-the-job training in the industry. We care about you, your nursing career today and your future. The New Graduate RN Residency Program at Banner Health has received the highest accreditation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) as a Practice Transition Accreditation Program® (PTAP). Banner Health's New Nurse Experience (NNE) provides a collaborative learning environment where you can refine your nursing skills, enhance your knowledge, and transition from a new graduate to a fully competent, professional nurse at Banner Health. Program Activities Clinical experiences with a preceptor Training in our state-of-the-art Banner Simulation Center Competency and skills assessment and verification Orientation to the Cerner electronic medical health record system Patient care skills lab that provides hands‑on experience with equipment e‑Learning modules Resources for professional and personal development Requirements Recent graduation from an accredited nursing program Current and valid RN license BSN preferred – open to ADN at select locations Current BLS card (through either American Heart Association, Red Cross, or ASHI) or ability to obtain certification before a start date No more than 12 months of RN experience Previous healthcare experience preferred Benefits/Compensation This is a full‑time, benefitted, and paid position. Enjoy a flat rate $3/hour weekend shift differential and an 18% night shift differential when applicable. All New Grad RN positions are eligible for Banner Health's "Total Rewards Compensation Package", which includes Health/Dental/Vision insurance (if employee desires), PTO/Sick time accrual, 401K, and a long list of other benefits. Benefits begin the 1st of the month following your start date. Unit Description 4 North (4N) is a vibrant and fast‑paced environment in which nurses have multiple opportunities to care for a variable population of patients. With 32 beds, this progressive care unit offers a unique combination of medical and surgical areas, proving it a dynamically active environment to work at. 4N is primarily focused on caring for progressive care patients, such as those that are recovering from cardiac events, strokes, and diabetic ketosis. In addition, 4N provides post‑surgical care for a variety of specialties including ortho, urology, and general surgery. Position Summary This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. Core Functions Assess patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Formulate a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Implement the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Evaluate the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revise the plan of care as needed. Document assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Provide care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Contribute to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department. Minimum Qualifications Current, valid RN license in state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure. BLS certification required. Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred. EEO Statement Banner Health complies with applicable federal and state laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr