RN - PCU

Registered NurseProfession: Nursing Specialty: Progressive Care Unit / Stepdown Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Nights Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 15+ months of experience in IMCU, PCU, Stepdown, or post-op cardiac care required. Experience with respiratory patients highly preferred. Experience with specialty equipment such as Femstops, CBIs, and Central Lines required. EPIC EMR experience required. Preceptor experience preferred. Charge experience preferred. License: Active Illinois state license required. Must be willing to obtain Iowa state license upon acceptance. Certifications: Active ACLS preferred. Active BLS preferred. Must-Have: Willingness to float across campuses when scheduled. Gaps in work history over 30 days must be clearly explained in the resume. Supervisory reference required within the last 24 months. License verification must be less than 30 days old. Driver's license with a taxable address within 50 miles of the facility required. Description: The Registered Nurse will work in a progressive care unit. The unit includes a bed size of 48 with a patient ratio of 1:5-7 on average. Patients include those pre/post CABG, post cardiac cath, and those with pacemakers, TAVRs, and watchman procedures. Common drips include Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, Heparin, and others. The nurse may be required to step in as Charge RN or Preceptor. The contractor is required to work 1-2 of 3 upcoming winter holidays unless the unit is closed. The nurse should possess strong clinical skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment. Teamwork and communication skills are vital for this role.