Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

About the role

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) provides professional, age-specific, bedside nursing care by assessing patient needs, developing individualized care plans, and implementing medical and nursing orders. They coordinate with other healthcare disciplines, evaluate care quality, and participate in hourly rounding to ensure safety and patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Assess physical, psychosocial, spiritual, educational, cultural, safety, and discharge needs upon admission and throughout care.
• Determine nursing diagnoses and set realistic, patient-centered outcome goals with input from patients and families.
• Individualize and modify care plans based on patient status and procedural complexities.
• Implement and evaluate the appropriateness of nursing and medical orders.
• Act as a supervisor when needed by assessing, delegating, and directing healthcare team members.
• Participate in safety protocols, hourly rounding, and may serve as shift charge as required.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the state, with CPR and ACLS certifications; PALS or ENPC for ER nurses, NRP for L&D, or specialized certifications as applicable.
• Preferred: BSN degree, at least one year of acute care experience, and specialty certifications.
• Experience in specific units like ER, ICU, NICU, or L&D may require additional certifications such as PALS, NRP, or Wound Care.

Skills

• Effective interpersonal and team collaboration skills, with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in basic computer skills and excellent customer service abilities.
• Ability to adapt to diverse patient needs and procedural complexities, ensuring quality care and safety standards are met.