Registered Nurse - PCU​/Stepdown

Hospitals on Incredible Health are actively hiring and accepting applications in the Athens, TX area for the position of Registered Nurse - PCU / Stepdown. Nurses with experience in Bariatric, BiPap monitoring, COVID, CVA, Cardiac Drip Management, DKA patients, high acuity patients, post cardiac intervention, or sheath pulls are strongly encouraged to apply.

• Location:
  
  Athens, TX
• Shift(s):
  Day shift, Night shift
• Job types:
  Full-time, Part-time
• Salary: $58,630 to $90,370 per year
• Employer features:
  Academic medical center, Health grades Specialty Excellence Award recipient, Level 1 trauma center, Sign on bonus, Teaching Hospital, Tuition Assistance
• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Health Care Provider
• Industry: Health and Human Services

• Associate’s Degree (ADN) or above in nursing
• Active and unencumbered Registered Nurse license
• 1 year experience in stepdown/progressive, neurology, cardiac, or another medium to high acuity setting preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certifications from the American Heart Association
• Strong skills in hemodynamic monitoring, cardiac rhythm interpretation and other advanced nursing care practices
• Proficient in electronic medical record systems

• Provide specialized care for patients with medium to high acuity needs, closely monitoring vital signs, IV drips and other key indicators
• Administer medications and implement complex treatment plans, ensuring that medical orders are carried out accurately and promptly
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, case managers and other health care professionals to ensure optimal patient care
• Educate patients and their families on the management of their acute or chronic conditions, including proper use of equipment such as BiPAP/CPAP, Home Oxygen and vital sign or blood sugar monitors
• Maintain timely and accurate patient records, adhering to hospital and departmental policies and regulations

• Healthcare coverage:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance