Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit - Contract

Registered Nurse (RN) Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Location: Philadelphia, PA
Shift: 7:00 AM 7:00 PM (12-Hour Days)
Duration: 13 Weeks

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) Progressive Care Unit (PCU) to join a leading acute care hospital in Philadelphia, PA. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical assessment skills and experience caring for patients requiring close monitoring and intermediate-level care.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Pennsylvania or Compact License if applicable)
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Required
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• Strong knowledge of cardiac monitoring, telemetry, and progressive care nursing
• Experience with Epic EMR preferred

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Monitor patients with complex medical and cardiac conditions requiring continuous assessment.
• Interpret telemetry rhythms and respond appropriately to changes in patient status.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, blood products, and treatments per physician orders.
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Follow hospital policies, infection prevention protocols, and patient safety standards.

Schedule Requirements

• 13-week contract
• 12-hour Day Shift (7:00 AM 7:00 PM)
• Every Other Weekend (EOW) required
• Must be available to work all three scheduled shifts each week throughout the 13-week assignment.

Preferred Skills

• Telemetry and cardiac monitoring experience
• Excellent critical thinking and communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Experience caring for high-acuity medical and cardiac patients