Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU Weekender

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Cleveland, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Registered Nurse works in Atrium Health Cleveland’s 64-bed Progressive Care Units, caring for cardiac, medical, and surgical patients. The fast-paced units require strong critical-thinking, organizational, prioritization, and assessment skills. Nurses partner with cardiologists, hospitalists, and other disciplines to care for patients receiving titratable cardiac drips and BiPAP, as well as post-operative and post-ICU care. Patients wear telemetry monitors that are monitored around the clock. Common diagnoses include dysrhythmias, chest pain, and congestive heart failure. The role uses the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate care; monitors patient conditions and collaborates with the care team; promotes patient safety; and maintains timely, accurate electronic health record documentation. Nurses may administer medications and treatments, delegate appropriately, float within the designated service area, and provide age-appropriate care. Professional development is encouraged through shared governance, continuing education, and certification. This is a part-time weekender position scheduled for 24 hours per week, with 7 p.m.–7 a.m. shifts on Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday.

Requirements

Graduate of a Board of Nursing-approved nursing education program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Active registered nurse (RN) multistate compact and/or single-state license with privileges to practice in the state(s) where nursing services are provided.
Typically, at least 1 year of clinical nursing experience.
Strong clinical judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Time-management, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Proficiency with computer functions, including email, electronic records, and digital platforms.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above the shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
Ability to lift and support 35 pounds; push or pull with 30 pounds of force; and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
Functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, with fine hand-manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures.
Ability to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines and perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
Ability to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
May be required to complete Physical Abilities Testing.
Additional education, training, certifications, or experience may be required based on specialty.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (BSN).

Responsibilities

Participate in unit councils, professional governance, and quality initiatives to improve care processes and apply evidence-based practices.
Use the nursing process to assess, plan, diagnose, implement, and evaluate nursing care, engaging patients and families throughout the continuum of care.
Monitor patient conditions, adjust care plans, mobilize resources, and collaborate with the care team to influence outcomes.
Uphold and promote a culture of safety; evaluate patient, team, and unit outcomes and take action as needed.
Safely administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to clinical protocols and procedures, as applicable.
Communicate effectively, provide feedback, resolve conflicts, foster collaboration, and delegate appropriately.
Pursue professional development, complete required education, and maintain certifications.
Adhere to the ANA Code of Ethics, make ethical decisions, respect interdisciplinary roles, and contribute to integrated, unbiased patient care.
Delegate appropriately to Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and unlicensed assistive personnel.
Maintain accurate and timely electronic health record documentation.
Float to other units, departments, care areas, or facilities within the designated service area when required.
Provide care appropriate to patients’ ages and developmental needs in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.