Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Springfield Regional Medical Center - PRN
About The Position
The Progressive Care (Step Down) Registered Nurse (RN) position delivers nursing care to patients in the Progressive Care Unit, serving as a link between Med-Surg and ICU units. The nurse assesses patient status, determines the priority of patient problems and needs, develops and carries out care plans to improve outcomes, and helps ensure a safe, therapeutic environment. The role works with the interdisciplinary care team and coordinates care across hospital departments. It includes ongoing assessment and evaluation of treatment effectiveness, medication administration in accordance with applicable state requirements and organizational policies, and participation in quality improvement as a patient safety advocate.
Requirements
- Current state licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN).
- At least 1 year of RN experience.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) or ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support); certification must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care, and ACLS is required within 6 months of hire.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (preferred, not required).
- At least 6 months of RN experience in an acute care hospital setting.
- BLS or ACLS certification at hire.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
- Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments; analyze assessment data; create and implement a plan of care; and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
- Serve as a point of contact for patients' care coordination throughout hospital departments.
- Advocate for patient safety by participating in ongoing departmental quality improvement.
- Administer medications safely in accordance with the State of Practice and organizational policies and procedures.
- Determine the priority of patients’ problems and needs, and develop and perform patient care plans to improve outcomes.
- Help ensure a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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