Graduate Nurse - PCU

Talented Medical Solutions; Northport (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions is seeking a Registered Nurse for a step-down/progressive care unit position. The role involves providing nursing care to patients with intermediate acuity, interpreting cardiac rhythms, and coordinating with an interdisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate will have RN licensure in the state of practice and certifications in BLS and ACLS. Responsibilities include frequent assessments, medication administration, and patient education for discharge planning.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing: Required.
• Step-down, progressive care, telemetry or acute care nursing experience: Required.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive and frequent assessments of patients requiring close monitoring.
• Interpret cardiac rhythms and intervene for arrhythmias or deterioration.
• Administer medications and IV therapies, including titrated infusions, per physician orders.
• Manage patients with cardiac, respiratory and other complex medical conditions.
• Recognize changes in patient status and escalate to the provider promptly.
• Document care accurately and provide patient education and discharge planning.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing

Step-down, progressive care, telemetry or acute care nursing experience

Job description

Job Description

Job Description Registered Nurse - Step Down / Progressive Care Unit / Intermediate Care

Job Summary

Provides nursing care to patients whose acuity falls between intensive care and medical surgical, requiring frequent monitoring and assessment. Interprets cardiac rhythms, manages titrated medications and responds quickly to changes in condition. Coordinates care with the interdisciplinary team and educates patients and families.

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing: Required
• Step-down, progressive care, telemetry or acute care nursing experience: Required

Licenses & Certifications

• Registered Nurse licensure in the state of practice: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification: Required

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive and frequent assessments of patients requiring close monitoring.
• Interpret cardiac rhythms and intervene for arrhythmias or deterioration.
• Administer medications and IV therapies, including titrated infusions, per physician orders.
• Manage patients with cardiac, respiratory and other complex medical conditions.
• Recognize changes in patient status and escalat to the provider promptly.
• Document care accurately and provide patient education and discharge planning.