Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Job Summary

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). The PCU RN provides specialized care to patients with complex medical conditions, including cardiac, respiratory, and post-surgical cases. This role requires advanced monitoring, including telemetry, and a high level of nursing intervention for patients needing closer monitoring than medical/surgical units, but less than the ICU. The RN will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety and positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and continuous monitoring of patient vitals and telemetry data.
• Administer medications, manage intravenous lines, and perform complex medical treatments.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians.
• Educate patients and families on disease management and post-discharge self-care.
• Act as a patient advocate, providing compassionate care and support to families.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and treatment within the electronic health record system.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Licensure: Active, unencumbered Registered Nurse license in the state of Virginia.
• Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of acute care experience, with PCU or ICU experience preferred.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) required. NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) preferred.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE