PCU

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurse

Location: Wichita, KS

Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (nights), 4 x 12-hour shifts

Schedule: Every other weekend; no call

Contract Duration: 13 weeks

Scrubs: Ceil blue

About the Role

Join the facility's Progressive Care Unit, where you'll care for moderate-acuity patients transitioning from ICU or at risk of clinical deterioration. This step-down unit bridges the gap between intensive and medical-surgical care, requiring strong assessment skills and the ability to identify subtle changes in patient condition.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs; respond promptly to changes
• Manage 3–4 patients per shift, including medication administration and select IV drips
• Assess and care for patients at risk of deterioration; collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary team
• Respond to rapid response and code interventions as needed
• Educate patients and families on condition, treatment, and recovery
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation and adhere to infection control and fall prevention protocols

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license (state or compact)
• BLS and ACLS certification
• 1+ years of PCU or step-down experience
• Experience with telemetry monitoring and moderate-acuity patient management
• BSN preferred; ADN accepted per facility policy
• PCCN (Progressive Care Certified Nurse) preferred

Float Expectations

You may be asked to float to similar units on the same campus or other campuses within Wichita.