PCU - Progressive Care Unit (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN) - IMC/Tele Job Overview We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) for our 3N Cardiac/Tele/Dialysis unit. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care to patients with various cardiac conditions, ensuring a safe and supportive environment. Responsibilities Deliver compassionate nursing care to cardiac medical and surgical patients, including those post-cath lab and post-cardiac surgery.

Manage and monitor patients recovering from procedures such as stent placements, pacers, and valve replacements. Titrate drips including Nitroglycerin, Heparin, and Amiodarone as required. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement patient care plans.

Utilize telemetry monitoring to track patient status and respond to changes in condition. Educate patients and families on health management and discharge planning. Qualifications Minimum of 2 years of recent RN experience in a busy hospital environment.

Proven experience with post-procedural care for cath lab patients and management of TR band compression devices. Strong skills in managing patients with chest pain, arrhythmias, and other cardiac conditions. Must possess ACLS and BLS certifications.

Unit Details Unit Type: Stepdown Bed Capacity: 29 beds Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: 1:4 on days through 2300; 1:5-6 on nights after 2300 Telemetry monitoring is centralized, reducing the need for RNs to read strips. Schedule and Requirements

Nights, from 1900 to 0730, with every other weekend and holiday required. Floating may be required based on unit census needs. No self-scheduling; block scheduling available as per unit needs.

Orientation includes one shift of HR onboarding and one shift on the unit. Additional Information Respiratory Therapy support is available 24/7 to assist with treatments and care. RN responsibilities include monitoring and providing incentive spirometry.

Nurses will benefit from working within a structured unit that emphasizes teamwork and high standards of patient care.