PCU Registered Nurse
Anniston, AL
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

Registered Nurse - PCU

Job Details:

• Every other weekend schedule required
• Float to Med/Surg units as needed
• Patient ratios of 1:6 for days, nights, and weekends
• 2 years of nursing experience required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Alabama nursing license required
• Required work settings experience: MS/Tele, Tele, and PCU/Stepdown
• Strong cardiac monitoring and emergency response skills required
• Must be able to start IVs and follow Heparin protocols
• Manage cardiac drips without titration
• Skills include telemetry monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Use of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Blood product administration and central line care/management
• Peripheral line care/management and oxygen administration
• Non-invasive airway management and isolation precautions/PPE
• Charting system experience required
• Accepts first-time travelers
• Local candidates considered within 60-mile radius
• Schedules cannot be adjusted once contract is confirmed
• Maximum 7 days requested time off allowed

Facility:

This healthcare facility operates a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) that provides intermediate-level care between intensive care and general medical/surgical units. The facility emphasizes strong cardiac monitoring capabilities and emergency response protocols, serving patients who require closer observation than typical medical/surgical patients but do not need intensive care services. The organization maintains comprehensive support services and modern equipment to deliver quality patient care across multiple specialty areas.

Location:

Anniston, AL

Anniston offers a welcoming Southern community atmosphere with access to beautiful outdoor recreation opportunities and a lower cost of living. The city provides a perfect balance of small-town charm and modern amenities, making it an attractive location for healthcare professionals seeking a comfortable lifestyle in Alabama.