RN FT36 7p-7a - PCU / Step Down ICU $4,000 Sign on Bonus

Progressive Care Registered Nurse

MAIN FUNCTION :

Assesses, plans, implements, evaluates and documents the care of medical and surgical adolescent / adult patients with a cardiac focus. Assists with special procedures. Directs the care delivered by others in the department. Designated stroke unit. Accepts med surg overflow patients as necessary. Recovers cardiac cath / special procedure patients. Provides care for patients on intravenous vasoactive medications (step down patients).

MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS :

• Cross train and maintain competency to Step-down Nursing within 1 year
• ACLS within 1 year of hire, and maintain while in position
• Complete NIH stroke certification within 6 months and maintain while in position

PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES :

Ability to read and operate cardiac monitor, recognize normal / abnormal rhythms, and institute appropriate interventions.

Other Position Expectations

Demonstrates ability to care for step-down patients, including vasoactive medications, within 1 year of completion of orientation.

From

Full Time, three 12 hour shifts a week; 7p-7a and every third weekend.