Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Progressive Care Nurse to join our healthcare team. As a Progressive Care Nurse, you will provide specialized nursing care to patients who require intermediate-level monitoring and care. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure the well-being and comfort of patients in our progressive care unit.

Duties:

- Monitor and assess patients' vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation

- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians

- Perform phlebotomy and collect laboratory specimens for testing

- Assist with patient alimentation, including feeding and administering fluids

- Administer IV infusions and monitor IV sites for complications

- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans

- Provide emotional support and education to patients and their families

- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records

- Adhere to infection control protocols to prevent the spread of infections

- Provide specialized care in areas such as memory care, ophthalmology, or ambulatory surgery center, as required

Experience:

- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in a progressive care or similar setting

- Proficient in medication administration, including IV medications

- Experience with ventilator management is preferred but not required

- Strong knowledge of infection control practices

- Ability to effectively communicate with patients, families, and healthcare team members

- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not exhaustive or comprehensive. Other duties may be assigned based on organizational needs.

Job Types: Travel nursing, Contract

Pay: $2,200.00 - $2,500.00 per week

Medical specialties:

• Critical & Intensive Care
• Medical-Surgical
• Telemetry

Physical setting:

• Acute care
• Hospital
• Inpatient

Standard shift:

• Day shift
• Overnight shift

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12
• 4x12

Experience:

• RN: 2 years (Required)
• PCU: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

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

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rochester, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person