Position: RN – PCU
Position Type: Full-Time, Contract
Duration: 26 weeks (high possibility of extension)
Shift: Nights
Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week | 12 per day
Location: Springfield, VT
*** Start: May 2024 ***
Weekend Requirements: Every other weekend/Holidays required if needed
On-Call Requirements: TBD

~~~ We are seeking an experienced progressive care nurse to carefully monitor the condition of patients in our progressive care unit. In this role, your duties will include evaluating changes in cardiac and other vital signs, as well as initiating life-saving interventions. You will also be required to perform drug dose titration. ~~~

Responsibilities:

• Studying patients' charts, medication regimens, and test results upon admittance to the progressive care unit.
• Tracking routine vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry measurements.
• Interpreting measurements from specialized medical equipment.
• Monitoring and administering prescribed medication, as well as performing titration of drug doses.
• Performing diagnostic assessments on changes in measurements, as well as designated interventions.
• Reporting deteriorating conditions to healthcare specialists and following intervention instructions.
• Updating and maintaining ward charts, patient files, and medical records.
• Overseeing Progressive Care Unit nursing assistants and support staff.
• Explaining treatments and procedures to patients and their families, as well as answering questions.

Requirements:

• RN state license
• BLS – AHA
• ACLS – AHA
• COVID Card
• 2 years of current PCU experience in a hospital setting - Required
• Current Charge experience - REQUIRED - NON-NEGOTIABLE

Benefits/Perks:

For Local: Weekly payment, Overtime pay.
For Traveler: Weekly Payment, Overtime pay, and Complete pay package.

Best Regards,
Ron Riley
Sr. Healthcare Recruiter
Call and Text (832) 509-4071

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Salary: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour

Physical setting:

• Hospital
• PCU

Standard shift:

• Night shift

Supplemental schedule:

• Overtime

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Experience:

• PCU: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• RN (Preferred)
• ACLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person