Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Memorial Regional Medical Center
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Progressive Care (Step down) Unit at Memorial Regional Medical Center delivers nursing care to patients in a progressive care setting, serving as a care link between Med-Surg and ICU. The role assesses patient status, prioritizes patient problems and needs, develops and carries out care plans to improve outcomes, and supports a safe, therapeutic environment. The RN works with the interdisciplinary care team, coordinates care across hospital departments, advocates for patient safety through ongoing quality improvement, and administers medications in accordance with state practice requirements and organizational policies. Other duties may be assigned. The position is scheduled for 24 hours weekly on days/evenings. A sign-on bonus may be available to eligible external applicants with at least one year of RN experience; internal associates are not eligible.
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 from an approved source before providing direct patient care.
- Obtain ACLS 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 is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team.
- Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments; analyze assessment data, develop and implement a plan of care, and evaluate treatment effectiveness.
- Coordinate patients’ care across hospital departments and serve as a point of contact.
- Advocate for patient safety by participating in ongoing departmental quality improvement.
- Administer medications safely in accordance with state practice requirements and organizational policies and procedures.
- Assess patient status, prioritize problems and needs, and develop and perform care plans to improve outcomes.
- Help maintain a safe and therapeutic environment.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and incentives.
- Referral bonuses.
- 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.
- Backup care for children and elders.
- Tuition assistance.
- Professional development and continuing education support.
- Potential sign-on bonus for eligible external applicants with at least one year of RN experience: up to $5,000 for day shift or $7,500 for night shift. Internal associates are not eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
