Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum 1 year required
License: RN license required
Certifications: ACLS required
Must-Have:
Advanced skills in ACLS.
Familiarity with cardiac drips and insulin drips.
Description:
Unit profile includes 29 beds with an ideal patient ratio of 1:4, currently running at 1:5.
The unit is supported by unit secretaries and patient care technicians.
Equipment utilized includes Alaris IV pumps, Welch Allyn vital signs machines, bladder scanners, and vein finders.
Documentation is completed in a specified system.
Staff members float to areas of their competencies as required.
Patient experience focuses on providing safe, high-quality, and compassionate care.
Staff self-schedule and collaborate to meet individual preferences, particularly for those who prefer night shifts.
The therapeutic environment fosters teamwork and cohesion among staff.
Patients receive vital sign checks every 4 hours, or more frequently based on condition.
Blood glucose checks are performed as ordered, with required documentation and assessment each shift.
The facility is recognized for its supportive culture and staff collaboration.
The community is known for its historical significance and vibrant social life, offering numerous recreational opportunities.
Awards or recognition for the department or team are not specified.
Any additional information to attract candidates highlights the cohesive team environment and collaborative scheduling options.