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Prime Healthcare Registered Nurse PCU in Mesquite, Texas
Overview
We are seeking a P rogressive Care Registered Nurse or PCU RN , internally referred to as our Progressive Care Nurse . In the Progressive Care Unit (PCU), the PCU RN or Step-Down RN will provide specialized care to patients with acute and/or chronic medical conditions who require close monitoring, i ntervention, and support to optimize their outcomes and facilitate their transition to lower levels of care.
Shift’s Available : Days
Employment Type : Per Diem
Hours : 12hr - 7 am-7 pm
Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
C onduct assessments of patients' conditions, including vital signs, cardiac rhythms, neurological status, respiratory status, and overall clinical stability, you will need to monitor changes in patients' conditions and respond promptly to any deterioration
U tilize telemetry and other monitoring devices to continuously monitor patients' cardiac rhythms, oxygen saturation levels, blood pressure, and other parameters you must be able to recognize and interpret abnormalities in monitoring data
A dminister medications as directed by physicians, encompassing intravenous medications, antibiotics, pain management medications, and cardiac medications, while vigilantly monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or side effects
P erform nursing interventions and treatments as ordered by physicians, such as wound care, catheter care, suctioning, and administration of oxygen therapy, which may include assisting with procedures
A dhere to evidence-based practice guidelines, hospital policies, and protocols related to patient care, infection control, and safety
Qualifications
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
Current and valid state RN License.
Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current.
Current ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain current.
Additional Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Minimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferred.
Additional Qualifications That Are a Plus:
Completion of Critical Care Course preferred.
Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferred.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Employment Status
Per Diem
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics . If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources . Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
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FacilityDallas Regional Medical Center
LocationUS-TX-Mesquite
ID2026-254345
CategoryRN
Position TypePer Diem
ShiftDays
Job TypeNon-Exempt