Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit

Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced progressive care nurse to carefully monitor the condition of patients in our progressive care unit. In this role, your duties will include evaluating changes in cardiac and other vital signs, as well as initiating life-saving interventions. You will also be required to perform drug dose titration. To ensure success, progressive care nurses should possess demonstrable experience in caring for acutely ill patients in step-down departments and the ability to work in a stressful environment. Accomplished candidates expertly monitor and interpret vital signs and proactively facilitate interventions.

 

Responsibilities:

Studying patients' charts, medication regimens, and test results upon admittance to the progressive care unit.

Tracking routine vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry measurements.

Interpreting measurements from specialized medical equipment.

Monitoring and administering prescribed medication, as well as performing titration of drug doses.

Performing diagnostic assessments on changes in measurements, as well as designated interventions.

Reporting deteriorating conditions to healthcare specialists and following intervention instructions.

Overseeing Progressive Care Unit nursing assistants and support staff.

 

Requirements:

Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree (BSN).

Registered Nurse (RN).

2 years of experience as a progressive care nurse.

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