PCU

Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit

Position Overview

The facility is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for its Progressive Care Unit (PCU). You'll provide skilled nursing care to moderate-acuity patients who require closer monitoring than general med-surg but do not need ICU-level care. This role is ideal for an RN who enjoys managing patients in transition from ICU or those at risk of clinical deterioration.

Key Responsibilities

• Continuously monitor cardiac rhythms and vital signs, identifying and responding to acute changes in patient condition
• Assess, develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care in collaboration with physicians and the interdisciplinary team
• Administer medications, including select IV drips, per physician orders
• Manage a moderate patient load (typically 3–4 patients) per facility guidelines
• Respond to rapid response and code interventions as needed
• Educate patients and families on their condition, treatment plan, and recovery expectations
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient response in the electronic medical record
• Support infection control and fall prevention protocols
• Mentor and collaborate with licensed and non-licensed staff

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license (state or compact)
• Minimum 2 years acute care inpatient RN experience
• At least 1 year PCU or step-down unit experience
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Nursing diploma or Associate's degree in nursing
• Proficiency with telemetry monitoring and moderate-acuity patient management

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN)
• PCCN (Progressive Care Certified Nurse) certification

Schedule

• Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• 13-week contract
• Start date: August 30, 2026