PCU RN
Valparaiso, IN
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Progressive Care Unit team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care, ensuring the monitoring and management of patients with various cardiac conditions and neurological impairments.

Position Details

• Location: Porter, City, State
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• Floating: Required
• Patient Ratio: 5:1
• Number of Beds in Unit: 30
• Orientation Dates: 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patient conditions in a progressive care environment.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Utilize telemetry monitoring and manage respiratory support devices such as CPAP and BiPap.
• Provide care for patients recovering from cardiac procedures.
• Implement and monitor intravenous medications including heparin drips.
• Perform neurological assessments and interventions based on NIHSS criteria.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in the state of practice.
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a progressive care or telemetry nursing setting.
• Proficient in monitoring telemetry and managing chest tubes.
• Experience in post-cardiac care is preferred.

Additional Information

Scrub Color: Navy

Travelers must be located more than 50 miles from the facility. Local candidates will not be considered.