Travel Nurse RN - PCU - $2,219 per week in Grand Forks, ND

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Grand Forks
Posted on: September 22, 2024

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Alto HealthCare Staffing to find a qualified PCU RN in Grand Forks, North Dakota, 58201 Pay Information $2,219 per week About The Position Job Summary: As a Registered Nurse in our Progressive Care Unit (PCU), you will play a crucial role in providing high-quality care to patients who require intermediate-level monitoring and treatment. You will work in a dynamic healthcare environment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. This position offers an opportunity to advance your nursing career while making a meaningful impact on patient lives. Key Responsibilities: Patient Care: Provide direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and implementing prescribed treatment plans in accordance with physician orders. Assessment and Monitoring: Conduct thorough assessments of patients' conditions and continuously monitor their progress, promptly identifying any changes or deterioration. Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including nursing assessments, care plans, and progress notes, ensuring compliance with legal and hospital regulations. Collaboration: Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other healthcare professionals to develop and adjust patient care plans, making evidence-based decisions to optimize patient outcomes. Education: Educate patients and their families on the plan of care, medications, and any necessary lifestyle modifications. Offer emotional support and answer questions to alleviate concerns. Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain specialized equipment used in the PCU, such as cardiac monitors, ventilators, and infusion pumps, ensuring patient safety and accuracy. Emergency Response: Respond promptly to changes in patient condition, initiate emergency protocols when necessary, and provide life-saving interventions as required. Quality Assurance: Adhere to hospital policies, quality standards, and infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and the highest level of care. Professional Development: Stay current with the latest advancements in nursing practice, attending continuing education programs and training sessions as required. Communication: Maintain effective communication with the healthcare team, patients, and their families, ensuring a collaborative and compassionate care environment. Qualifications: Valid RN license in state of practice and current BLS certification. Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, preferably in a progressive care unit or a related critical care setting. ACLS certification is highly desirable. Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Commitment to patient-centered care and evidence-based practice. Benefits : Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Access to ongoing training and development programs. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Meaningful work that makes a difference in patients' lives. PCU RN 13 week assignment 36 hrs 12 hr day/night rotation BLS & ACLS certified ND or multi-state license 2 yrs of PCU experience required Charting: EPIC 09/23 start 25748034EXPTEMP 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Adapting to new environments, team dynamics, and patient populations fosters adaptability. This skill is transferable to various aspects of life and is highly valued in the healthcare profession. Change environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Facing new challenges regularly builds resilience. Travel nurses often become more adaptable, resilient, and confident in their abilities to handle unforeseen circumstances. Travel nurses can bring fresh perspectives to healthcare facilities, contributing ideas and insights that may lead to improvements in patient care, safety, and overall healthcare quality.

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