Registered Nurse PCU

Dallas Regional Medical Center • Mesquite, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Progressive Care Registered Nurse (PCU RN), also referred to as a Progressive Care Nurse or Step-Down RN, provides specialized care to patients with acute and/or chronic medical conditions who require close monitoring, intervention, and support. The role supports patient outcomes and helps facilitate transitions to lower levels of care. The position is per diem, with variable shifts of 12 hours, at Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, Texas.

Requirements

• Current and valid state RN license.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current certification.
• Current ACLS certificate within 30 days of hire and maintain current certification.
• At least one year as a staff RN in an acute care hospital; critical care experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of a Critical Care Course.
• Critical Care RN (CCRN) certification.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Critical care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ conditions, including vital signs, cardiac rhythms, neurological status, respiratory status, and overall clinical stability; monitor for changes and respond promptly to deterioration.
• Use telemetry and other monitoring devices to monitor cardiac rhythms, oxygen saturation, blood pressure, and other parameters, and recognize and interpret abnormalities.
• Administer medications as directed by physicians, including intravenous medications, antibiotics, pain management medications, and cardiac medications; monitor patients for adverse reactions or side effects.
• Perform physician-ordered nursing interventions and treatments, such as wound care, catheter care, suctioning, and oxygen therapy, and assist with procedures as needed.
• Follow evidence-based practice guidelines, hospital policies, and protocols related to patient care, infection control, and safety.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed