Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown

Incredible Health; Somerville (NJ); On-site; USD 71,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

401K

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Incredible Health is actively hiring a Registered Nurse for the PCU/Stepdown unit in Somerville, NJ. The role involves caring for medium to high acuity patients, including those requiring BiPAP/CPAP and other respiratory support, with emphasis on timely medication administration and precise documentation.

Ideal candidates hold an ADN or higher, an active RN license, 1 year of relevant experience, and BLS/ACLS certifications.

Qualifications

• ADN or higher nursing degree required.
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license.
• 1 year of stepdown/progressive, neurology, cardiac, or similar high-acuity experience preferred.
• BLS and ACLS certifications from the American Heart Association.
• Strong hemodynamic monitoring and cardiac rhythm interpretation skills; proficient in EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for medium to high acuity patients with careful monitoring of vitals and IV drips.
• Administer medications and execute complex treatment plans per orders.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers and staff to ensure optimal patient care.
• Educate patients and families on managing acute or chronic conditions and use of BiPAP/CPAP/Home Oxygen devices.
• Maintain accurate patient records complying with policies and regulations.

Skills

RN license

Cardiac monitoring

ECG interpretation

EMR proficiency

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher

Active RN license

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Somerville, NJ area for the following position: Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown. Nurses with experience in any of the following areas are strongly encouraged to apply: Bariatric, BiPap monitoring, COVID, CVA, Cardiac Drip Management, DKA patients, High acuity patients, Post cardiac intervention, or Sheath pulls.

• Shift(s) available: day shift and night shift
• Job types available: full time, part time, and per diem
• Employer features: 401(K), Community hospital, Cross training, Magnet recognized, Medical, PTO, Teaching Hospital, U.S. News best hospital

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree (ADN) or above in nursing
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1 year experience in stepdown/progressive, neurology, cardiac, or another medium to high acuity setting preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications from the American Heart Association
• Strong skills in hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac rhythm interpretation and other advanced nursing care practices
• Proficient in electronic medical record systems

Responsibilities

• Provide specialized care for patients with medium to high acuity needs, closely monitoring vital signs, IV drips and other key indicators
• Administer medications and implement complex treatment plans, ensuring that medical orders are carried out accurately and promptly
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, case managers and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care
• Educate patients and their families on the management of their acute or chronic conditions, including the proper use of equipment like BiPAP/CPAP/Home Oxygen and vital sign or blood sugar monitors
• Maintain timely and accurate patient records, adhering to hospital and departmental policies and regulations

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance

Salary: $70,920 to $117,990 /year