PCU Nurse Needed ASAP

Location: Tucson, Arizona
Facility: Hospital Setting
Contract: 13 Weeks
Hours: 36 Hours/Week
Start Date: ASAP
Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Tucson, Arizona for a 13-week contract assignment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic Progressive Care Unit (PCU) environment while also supporting Med/Surg units as part of the float team .

As a PCU/Med-Surg Float RN, you will care for a diverse patient population, manage patients with varying levels of acuity, and collaborate closely with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a flexible and adaptable nurse who enjoys working across different units while expanding their clinical experience.

Responsibilities

Provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to patients in the PCU and Med/Surg settings.

Assess patients, monitor changes in condition, and implement appropriate nursing interventions.

Care for patients with a variety of medical and surgical diagnoses and varying levels of acuity.

Administer medications, IV therapies, treatments, and other prescribed interventions safely.

Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, laboratory results, and other clinical indicators as appropriate.

Recognize and promptly communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and other members of the healthcare team.

Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.

Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes.

Provide patient and family education regarding medications, treatment plans, disease management, and discharge instructions.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.

Follow hospital policies, nursing standards, infection-control procedures, and patient-safety guidelines.

Float between PCU and Med/Surg units based on staffing and patient-care needs.

Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism when adapting to different units, patient populations, and workflows.

Support a positive, team-oriented environment and advocate for patient needs.

Requirements

Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license .

Previous experience in PCU, Progressive Care, Med/Surg, or a similar acute-care setting .

Experience caring for patients with varying levels of acuity.

Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.

Ability to safely manage multiple patients in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Comfortable floating between PCU and Med/Surg assignments as needed.

Current BLS, ACLS certification required.

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