RN - PCU

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:00) and Day 3x12-Hour (07:30 - 19:30) shifts are available. Every other weekend is required.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) will provide care for acute post-operative patients and those requiring telemetry monitoring. This role involves managing patients with titratable and non-titratable drips while ensuring high standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Administer and manage medications, including blood products and IV drips.
• Monitor patients' vital signs and respond to telemetry alerts.
• Implement care plans and provide education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Perform essential procedures including accessing/managing ports and tracheostomy care.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Progressive Care Unit or Stepdown setting.
• Current PA or compact nursing license.
• Certification in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS.
• Charge experience is preferred.
• Experience with Cerner charting system is preferred.

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!