Progressive Care Unit (PCU

Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse position at Sentara Care Plex Hospital involves managing high-acuity patients requiring close monitoring, bridging the gap between ICU and med-surg. Responsibilities include telemetry monitoring, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration for post-surgical or cardiac patients.

Location:

Sentara Care Plex Hospital (Hampton, VA)

Position Type:
Full-time/Part-time (varies)

The PCU RN delivers specialized care to patients with complex medical conditions or those recovering from acute surgical procedures. Responsibilities include continuous telemetry monitoring, performing advanced assessments, titrating drug doses, and implementing care plans in a fast-paced, high-turnover environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Monitoring:
  Interpret cardiac rhythms and monitor vital signs to recognize and respond to patient deterioration.
• Clinical Care:
  Administer medications, IV fluids, and treatments, including post-surgical wound care and device management (catheters/drains).
• Collaboration:
  
  Work with physicians, respiratory therapists, and the team to develop and implement care plans.
• Documentation:
  Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Education:
  
  Provide comprehensive care education to patients and families.

Required Qualifications:

• Licensure:
  Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Virginia or compact state.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 1-2 years of acute care experience (e.g., PCU, ICU, Step-down).
• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Skills:
  
  Proficiency in ECG interpretation, strong clinical assessment skills, and ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
• Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN).

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE