We are seeking a Stepdown Nurse , internally referred to as our Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN) at St Joseph Medical Center a member of Prime Healthcare. In the Progressive Care Unit (PCU), the Progressive Care Nurse will provide specialized care to patients with acute and/or chronic medical conditions who require close monitoring, intervention, and support to optimize their outcomes and facilitate their transition to lower levels of care. Bonus Options: Up to a $20,000 ( Quarterly Pay-Outs )
Shift's Available: Days and Nights Options
Employment Type: Full Time
Hours: 12hr options – Self Schedule Essential duties and responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): Conduct assessments of patients' conditions, including vital signs, cardiac rhythms, neurological status, respiratory status, and overall clinical stability, you will need to monitor changes in patients' conditions and respond promptly to any deterioration Utilize telemetry and other monitoring devices to continuously monitor patients' cardiac rhythms, oxygen saturation levels, blood pressure, and other parameters you must be able to recognize and interpret abnormalities in monitoring data Administer medications as directed by physicians, encompassing intravenous medications, antibiotics, pain management medications, and cardiac medications, while vigilantly monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or side effects Perform nursing interventions and treatments as ordered by physicians, such as wound care, catheter care, suctioning, and administration of oxygen therapy, which may include assisting with procedures Adhere to evidence-based practice guidelines, hospital policies, and protocols related to patient care, infection control, and safety Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have: Current and valid state rn license Current bls certificate upon hire and maintain current It will be great if you also happen to have these qualifications but not required: Current acls certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current Previous acute care hospital experience Ventilator management experience Bachelor of science in nursing (bsn) As we all know, compensation isn't just the salary. Here are some of the benefits of working at prime healthcare): Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, fmla and other leave options Employer 401 k options Secondary insurance options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits Come join the Prime Healthcare Team at Saint Joseph Medical Center! Do you need accommodations to apply? Let us know at .
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