Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Nurse Career Guide

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Overview

A Cardiac Progressive Care Nurse, also known as a Cardiac PCU Nurse, is a specialized healthcare professional who plays a crucial role in caring for patients with cardiac conditions. Working in a Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU), these nurses provide intermediate-level care to patients who require monitoring and treatment for acute or chronic cardiac conditions, such as heart

Education

To become a Cardiac PCU Nurse, individuals need to complete several educational and training steps. Firstly, they must obtain a nursing degree, which can either be an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). ADN programs usually take 2-3 years to complete, while BSN programs require about 4 years of

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Related certifications

Becoming a Cardiac PCU Nurse may require additional qualifications and experience, including:

  • Certifications: Many employers prefer or require Cardiac PCU Nurses to hold certifications such as the Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) credential offered by the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (AACN).

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS): Certification in ACLS is often necessary, as Cardiac PCU Nurses may

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Skills

Cardiac PCU Nurses play a crucial role in the healthcare system and to excel in their role, they must possess a wide range of knowledge, hard and soft skills and abilities. They should have in-depth knowledge of cardiac conditions, treatments, medications and monitoring techniques to provide the best care possible to patients. 

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Responsibilities

As a Cardiac PCU Nurse, you will be responsible for continuously monitoring the patient's cardiac rhythms and vital signs. You will need to administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians. It will also be a part of your job to educate patients and their families about cardiac conditions and how to take care of themselves. You will assist with

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Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Nurse
$1,710-2,533/week

The average salary for a Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Nurse is $2,106.39 per week.

Last updated on May 8, 2024. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

Pros & Cons

Pros:

This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of patients with cardiac conditions. In addition to the satisfaction of helping others, this field offers a competitive salary and job stability, as cardiac nursing is in high demand. As a cardiac nurse, you also have the potential for career advancement into specialized roles such as Cardiac

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Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Nurse Jobs


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Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit

  • Manchester, NH
  • LanceSoft
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,000/week

Posted 5 days ago
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Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit

  • Manchester, NH
  • LanceSoft
  • 4x12 hrs, Days

$2,803/week

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Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Stepdown

  • New Orleans, LA
  • KPG Healthcare
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,652/week

Posted 1 day ago
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Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit

  • Rochester, NY
  • PHP
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,770/week

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