Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)

PCU RN’s closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.

Education/Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
• Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
• You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
• RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
• ACLS is often required

**8 or 12hr shifts available. **Must pick up 1 shift every 60 days to stay active**
Submission Requirements
Graduate of an accredited nursing program. - Required   BSN - Preferred
Current licensure in good standing to practice as a Registered Nurse in Illinois - Required
Must possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) & Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) -  Required
Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons. - Required 
1.5 years of cardiac step down experience.- Required

Profile Requirements:
Resume
Skills checklist
Licensure
Certifications
Drivers License
PLEASE LIST IN SUBMISSION IF CLINCIAN PREFERS 8hr OR 12hr SHIFTS
Certification Requirements
ACLS (AHA)
BLS (AHA)
State License Requirements
Illinoi