RN

North Country Hospital • Newport, VT

419d

About The Position

The PCU staff nurse at North Country Hospital is responsible for providing comprehensive care to adult and geriatric patients, managing various medical diagnoses, and performing post-surgical care. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and continuous professional development to enhance the quality of patient care.

Requirements

• Current Vermont RN or LPN license required.
• Completion of Telemetry class and exam required within one year of hire. Experienced nurses can ‘test out' of class by passing exam. Classes are provided by employer.
• ACLS certification required within one year of hire. New provider classes as well as recertification classes offered by employer.
• Maintains current AVADE certification. Classes and certification offered by employer.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a critical care or progressive care unit setting.

Responsibilities

• Performs nursing skills within scope of practice for their RN or LPN licensure including patient assessments, communication and documentation of patient findings, and participation in multi-disciplinary team to fulfill the patient's plan of care.
• Inserts and maintains peripheral IVs, manages care of PICC lines, implantable ports, and central lines.
• Performs wound assessments and treatments.
• Provides compassionate end of life care.
• Interprets and responds to telemetry monitoring.
• Provides education to patients and their families regarding their diagnosis, treatment, medications, and safe discharge planning.
• Attends and participates in unit education and in-services.
• Strives to improve the quality of patient care through personal development and unit projects.
• Collaborates with teammates to promote and preserve a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Professional development opportunities
• Support for continuing education and certifications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees