PCU RN
Hermitage, TN
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

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

General Information

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse to join our Progressive Care Unit (PCU). This unit consists of two areas: 630 with 34 beds and 633 with 25 beds, focusing on delivering high-quality care to patients with various medical needs.

Unit Specifics

• Patient Ratios: 1:4 to 1:5 on days, 1:5 to 1:6 on nights
• Staffing: 3 techs available when full on 630, 2 techs on 633
• Equipment: Bipaps, high flow oxygen, Vapotherm, Alaris pumps, cardiac drips, heparin drips, insulin drips, peritoneal dialysis, wound vacs
• Documentation System: Meditech
• Scheduling: Every other weekend required; 3 twelve-hour shifts per week
• Floating Policy: May be required to float between PCU units or to medical-surgical floors
• Patient Experience: Expected to perform hourly rounding on days and every two hours on nights, familiar with AIDET, and maintain communication boards

Position Requirements

Requested Skill Set

• Must Have: Critical thinking skills, EKG rhythm interpretation, experience with cardiac drips, insulin drips, and heparin drips. Peritoneal dialysis experience preferred. Proficiency in peripheral IV skills.
• Advanced Skills Needed: ACLS certification, experience with bipaps and various oxygen delivery systems, and care for stroke and post-cardiac catheterization patients. Peritoneal dialysis experience is preferred. Knowledge of tube feedings and NG/Dobhoff tubes is expected.

Common Procedures

• Peritoneal dialysis
• Thoracentesis
• Paracentesis
• Chest tube insertions
• Dobhoff/NG tube insertions
• Central line dressing changes
• Troubleshooting wound vacs

Certification Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Dress Code

Required uniform: Black scrubs.

Unit Guidelines & Policies

For specific unit guidelines and policies, please refer to the unit-specific documentation available upon request.

Awards & Recognition

We welcome candidates to learn more about our outstanding department culture, which includes team awards and recognition initiatives.

Additional Information

Our unit allows for self-scheduling and provides a nurturing work environment where teamwork is emphasized. Travelers have a high rate of extension after their initial contract, reflecting a supportive and engaging work culture.

Location

City: [City, State]

If you possess the required skills and are looking for an opportunity that allows you to make a significant impact on patient care while being part of a collaborative and supportive team, we invite you to apply today!