Progressive Care RN (PCU) - Per Diem, 12h Telemetry Shifts

Dallas Regional Medical Center; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, TX is seeking a Progressive Care Registered Nurse (PCU RN) for Per Diem shifts. The PCU RN provides specialized care to patients requiring close monitoring, telemetry assessment, and timely interventions.

Responsibilities include performing comprehensive assessments, monitoring cardiac rhythms, administering medications, wound and catheter care, and applying infection-control practices.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state RN license.
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain.
• Current ACLS certificate within 30 days upon hire and maintain.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of patients' conditions, including vital signs and neurological status.
• Utilize telemetry to monitor cardiac rhythms and other parameters; recognize abnormalities.
• Administer medications as directed and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Perform nursing interventions and treatments such as wound care, catheter care, and oxygen therapy.
• Adhere to hospital policies, infection control, and safety protocols.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Vital signs assessment

Medication administration

Wound care

Infection control

Education

BSN preferred

CCRN certification preferred

Job description

Dallas Regional Medical Center in Mesquite, TX is seeking a Progressive Care Registered Nurse (PCU RN) for Per Diem shifts. The PCU RN provides specialized care to patients requiring close monitoring, telemetry assessment, and timely interventions.

Responsibilities include performing comprehensive assessments, monitoring cardiac rhythms, administering medications, wound and catheter care, and applying infection-control practices.