RN - PCU

Allegheny General Hospital; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a Registered Nurse for the PCU on a 13-week contract in Pittsburgh, PA. This night-shift role involves 12-hour shifts, three days per week, with continuous patient monitoring and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

The RN must hold a PA or Compact license, current BLS and ACLS, and have prior PCU experience. ARMStaffing partners with hospitals nationwide to place qualified nurses in demanding clinical environments.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Pennsylvania or a Compact License.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Experience in a Progressive Care Unit or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patient vital signs and clinical status.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Document patient care activities accurately in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers as needed.
• Provide patient and family education about health management and treatment plans.

Skills

Critical thinking

Patient monitoring

Team collaboration

Education

RN license (PA or Compact)

BLS

ACLS

Job description

Quick Look

ARMStaffing is looking for a Registered Nurse, PCU (Night Shift) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule/Shift

This position involves 12-hour night shifts, working 3 days a week, totaling 36 hours.

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in the PCU will provide quality care to patients with various medical conditions requiring intensive monitoring and intervention. This role involves assessing, planning, and implementing patient care as well as collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patient vital signs and clinical status.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Document patient care activities accurately in the electronic health record.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare providers as needed.
• Provide patient and family education about health management and treatment plans.

Required Experience

• Current RN license in Pennsylvania or a Compact License.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Previous experience in a Progressive Care Unit or similar setting.

Certifications/Licensure

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania or Compact License.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification.

About ARMStaffing

Founded in 2011 and a member of the ARGroup, LLC, ARMStaffing connects dedicated nurses and allied health professionals with the facilities that need them most. As three-time winners of the Top Workplaces Award and named to SIA's Largest Staffing Firms in the U.S., we've built a reputation on more than just placements - we've built it on relationships.

As a trusted partner to hospitals, rehab centers, and long-term care facilities across the country, we take pride in helping clinicians grow rewarding careers while supporting the organizations that rely on their skills.