RN - PCU

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit

Location: Summit, IN

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

Schedule: Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Job Description: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). The ideal candidate will provide high-quality nursing care to patients with a variety of complex medical conditions, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and assess patient conditions, implementing appropriate nursing interventions.
• Administer medications including cardiac drips, insulin infusions, and heparin therapy.
• Perform peritoneal dialysis and assist with procedures such as thoracentesis and chest tube insertions.
• Utilize advanced medical equipment such as bipaps and high flow oxygen systems.
• Maintain thorough documentation using the Meditech system.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care and treatment plans.
• Facilitate effective communication with patients and their families, utilizing AIDET principles.
• Ensure compliance with hospital policies and quality metrics.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure:

• Current RN license in good standing.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.
• Strong critical thinking skills and EKG rhythm interpretation.
• Experience with cardiac drips, insulin drips, and heparin drips is essential.
• Preferred experience with peritoneal dialysis and peripheral IV skills.
• Knowledge of tube feedings and NG/dobhoff tube insertions is a plus.

Why ARMStaffing?

• 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
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• We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!