Travel Nursing-RN, PCU

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Travel Nursing-RN, PCU at StaffDNA summary: A Travel Nursing Registered Nurse (RN) in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) provides specialized intermediate-level patient care by assessing conditions, administering medications, and utilizing advanced monitoring equipment. The role involves collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, educating patients and families, and documenting patient outcomes accurately. This position requires clinical judgment, adaptability, and effective communication within a hospital setting focused on patients transitioning from intensive care.
Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Join our team as a dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU), providing specialized care for patients who require close monitoring but do not need intensive care unit-level support.
Key Responsibilities:
Assess patients' conditions regularly and develop personalized care plans tailored to their medical needs.
Administer medications, monitor vital signs closely, and adjust treatments according to patient responses under physician guidance.
Utilize advanced monitoring equipment to track patient progress effectively.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient management and smooth transitions of care.
Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatment regimens, recovery processes, and discharge planning.
Create accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions provided, and outcomes achieved in medical records systems.
Work Environment:
This role is based in hospital PCUs serving patients transitioning from intensive care or requiring intermediate-level monitoring and support.
The position requires strong clinical judgment, adaptability, effective communication skills, and the ability to handle dynamic healthcare situations calmly.
Benefits:
A competitive salary with potential for career growth within progressive care nursing specialties or leadership roles.
A comprehensive benefits package including health insurance coverage, retirement savings options, and paid leave policies.
Supportive continuing education resources designed to maintain licensure requirements and enhance progressive care nursing competencies.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Your commitment to delivering high-quality intermediate-level patient care is greatly appreciated. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where every employee can thrive professionally while positively impacting patient health outcomes daily.
*This information is based on the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). Actual job responsibilities may vary by location.*
Keywords: travel nursing, registered nurse, progressive care unit, patient monitoring, medication administration, clinical assessment, interdisciplinary collaboration, patient education, hospital nursing, intermediate care
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Location:
Opelousas, LA, United States

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