RN - PCU (Full Time - Days)
About The Position
The Progressive Care Unit is seeking experienced bedside nurses and new graduates who will be mentored as they join the unit. Adult hospitalists provide 24/7 coverage and support to the nursing team. The unit has surgical support for orthopedic and general surgery, which account for the majority of inpatient surgery patients. The RN supervises nursing personnel activities and participates in general nursing duties. The role includes administering medications and treatments, monitoring and documenting patient conditions, assisting physicians with treatments and examinations, and assessing vital signs and patient progress. The RN also has daily responsibilities for personnel assignments, supervision of licensed and non-licensed personnel, patient placement, cost containment, patient and family education, and customer satisfaction.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge of pathophysiology, the nursing process, nursing interventions, pharmacology, methods of delivering nursing care, and management of patients and personnel.
- Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
- Current Indiana RN licensure.
- Ability to interpret cardiac rhythms.
- BLS certification.
Nice To Haves
- Experienced bedside nursing experience; new graduates are also considered and will be mentored.
Responsibilities
- Supervise nursing personnel activities daily and participate in general nursing duties.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments according to approved nursing procedures and physician orders.
- Observe patients, record significant conditions and reactions, and notify a supervisor or physician of conditions and significant incidents.
- Prepare equipment and assist physicians during patient treatments and examinations.
- Assess patient vital signs to detect deviations from normal and determine patient progress.
- Manage personnel assignments, supervise licensed and non-licensed personnel, coordinate patient placement, support cost containment, educate patients and families, and contribute to customer satisfaction.
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling
- Competitive compensation
- Bonuses
- Discounts for employees and family
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Continuing education scholarships
- Generous paid days off (PDO), with the option to roll over unused hours each year
- Employer-funded pension
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
