What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel RN- PCU/IMC/STEPDOWN 12hr nights position at Fidelity On Call, LTD?
Progressive Care Unit / Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN)
The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown Registered Nurse provides direct care to patients who require closer monitoring and more complex care than a general medical-surgical unit provides. The RN assesses patients, develops and implements individualized plans of care, administers medications and treatments, monitors for changes in condition, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Responsibilities
Assess patients and monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and changes in condition.
Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments as ordered.
Develop and update individualized plans of care.
Care for patients with complex medical and postoperative needs, according to unit protocols.
Recognize and promptly escalate signs of patient deterioration.
Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and discharge plans.
Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team.
Complete timely and accurate documentation.
Follow all patient safety and infection prevention standards.
Qualifications
Active, unencumbered Illinois RN license.
Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
ACLS certification if required by the facility.
Minimum of one year of recent PCU or Stepdown experience.
Strong cardiac monitoring, clinical judgment, communication, and time management skills.
Level I hospital experience preferred; required for some units.
Epic experience preferred.
Why Work with Fidelity On Call?
Join a trusted healthcare staffing team with more than 30 years of experience. We offer competitive pay, personalized support, quality assignments, comprehensive benefits (Day 1 coverage), and 24/7 assistance from a team that truly has your back.
The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown Registered Nurse provides direct care to patients who require closer monitoring and more complex care than a general medical-surgical unit provides. The RN assesses patients, develops and implements individualized plans of care, administers medications and treatments, monitors for changes in condition, and collaborates with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Responsibilities
Assess patients and monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, and changes in condition.
Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments as ordered.
Develop and update individualized plans of care.
Care for patients with complex medical and postoperative needs, according to unit protocols.
Recognize and promptly escalate signs of patient deterioration.
Educate patients and families about conditions, treatments, and discharge plans.
Coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team.
Complete timely and accurate documentation.
Follow all patient safety and infection prevention standards.
Qualifications
Active, unencumbered Illinois RN license.
Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
ACLS certification if required by the facility.
Minimum of one year of recent PCU or Stepdown experience.
Strong cardiac monitoring, clinical judgment, communication, and time management skills.
Level I hospital experience preferred; required for some units.
Epic experience preferred.
Why Work with Fidelity On Call?
Join a trusted healthcare staffing team with more than 30 years of experience. We offer competitive pay, personalized support, quality assignments, comprehensive benefits (Day 1 coverage), and 24/7 assistance from a team that truly has your back.
Schedule
12-hour Night shifts; 36 hours weekly
Every 3rd weekend
Every other holiday
Start date: Approximately 2–3 weeks from offer