Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the New Bedford, MA 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, night shift, and mid shift
• Job types available: full time, part time, and per diem
• Employer features: 403(B), Best Places to Work recognition, Community hospital, Cross training, Disability Insurance, EAP, FSA, Healthgrades Specialty Excellence Award recipient, Health Insurance, Level 2 trauma center, Offers sign on bonus, Retirement Plan, Tuition Assistance, Union facility, 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: $59,640 to $119,530 /year

Location: New Bedford, MA, US

Posted Date: 10/22/2024