• 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.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $2,294.00 - $2,394.00 per week

Benefits:

• Referral program

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Acute care
• Hospital
• PCU

Standard shift:

• Night shift

Weekly schedule:

• 3x12

Application Question(s):

• Must be covid vaccinated

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Stepdown/PCU RN: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• BLS Certification (Required)
• ACLS Certification (Required)
• PALS Certification (Required)
• NIHSS Certification (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Council Bluffs, IA 51503: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person