Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown

About This Role

Provide specialized nursing care for medium to high acuity patients, administering complex treatments and collaborating with healthcare teams. Educate patients and families on managing their acute or chronic conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for patients with medium to high acuity needs, closely monitoring vital signs, IV drips and other key indicators
• Administer medications and implement complex treatment plans, ensuring that medical orders are carried out accurately and promptly
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, case managers and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care
• Educate patients and their families on the management of their acute or chronic conditions, including the proper use of equipment like BiPAP/CPAP/Home Oxygen and vital sign or blood sugar monitors
• Maintain timely and accurate patient records, adhering to hospital and departmental policies and regulations

Requirements

• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications from the American Heart Association
• Strong skills in hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac rhythm interpretation and other advanced nursing care practices
• Proficient in electronic medical record systems

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (ADN) or above in nursing
• 1 year experience in stepdown/progressive, neurology, cardiac, or another medium to high acuity setting preferred

Nice to Have

• 1 year experience in stepdown/progressive, neurology, cardiac, or another medium to high acuity setting

Benefits

Certifications