RN - PCU

Registered Nurse

Profession: Nursing Specialty: PCU Stepdown Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: 12-Hour Days Hours per Shift: 36 Experience: Minimum 2 years License: Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS Must-Have: - Ability to care for non-invasive respiratory support, such as BPAP and Heated High Flow. - Proficiency in managing certain drips as outlined in titratable medications policy. - Experience with chest tube management. - Ability to titrate drips including cardiac, antihypertensive, metabolic, antiarrhythmic, sedation, and analgesia.

Description: The candidate will be responsible for assessing and providing care to patients. The role includes monitoring patients with cardiac and respiratory issues and those recovering from procedures. Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:3 or 1:4, ensuring quality care. The charge nurse does not take a patient assignment, allowing focus on supervision. The unit supports a variety of respiratory equipment including vents, CPAP, and BiPAP. Tele-monitoring is available, with telemetry techs assigned to the unit. Feet must wear navy blue scrubs as part of the dress code. Self-scheduling and block scheduling are allowed to accommodate staff needs. There is an expectation to fulfill a minimum number of weekend shifts as part of the schedule. Floating to other units may be required based on hospital needs. Shifts may include holiday and on-call requirements as determined by management. The charting system used in the unit is EPIC.