RN - PCU
About The Position
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced PCU Registered Nurse to join our team. This position includes a mix of patient care responsibilities across a range of acuity levels in a dynamic clinical environment. The unit supports a variety of patient conditions, including Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) requiring insulin drips, pre/post-surgical patients, Cellulitis, influenza, UTIs, pneumonia, COPD, CHF, Renal failure (with or without hemodialysis), Hepatic failure, gastrointestinal disorders, and infections, Soft tissue injuries and minor fractures, Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and cerebrovascular accidents (CVA) overflow.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience required
- Epic experience is required for first-time travelers
- Active RN license from the South Dakota Board of Nursing
- Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
- Comfortability with various MedSurg assignments and IMC/stepdown patients
- Ability to interpret cardiac strips and manage wound care
Nice To Haves
- Experience with drip titration for medications such as Heparin, Insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Levophed, and other antihypertensives is highly preferred
- Knowledge of audits for pre/post pain scoring is beneficial (90% compliance required)
- Expectations for travelers to be flexible to float as needed within scope
Responsibilities
- Administer a variety of medications, including oral, IV, IM, and SQ forms
- Monitor and interpret telemetry readings
- Manage intravenous access devices (peripheral IV, midline, PICC, and central lines)
- Provide preventative and restorative skin and wound care
- Handle titratable vasoactive drips, TPN/tube feeding, and blood product transfusions
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including hospitalists and respiratory therapists
Benefits
- Free parking available on-site
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
