Registered Nurse RN Progressive Care

Job Overview

Primary City/State
Phoenix, Arizona

Department
Banner Estrella Medical Center, 36 bed PCU

General PCU unit, day shift, 3 12‑hour shifts per week, rotating weekends and holidays. 18% night shift differential plus flat $3/hour weekend differential.

Sign‑on incentive:
Up to $10,000 for RN candidates with at least 12 months experience and a one‑year commitment. New graduates with less than 12 months may apply via the main job search page.

PCU provides continuous telemetry monitoring for patients with respiratory, renal, cardiac issues, alcohol/drug withdrawal, and infections.

• Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe.
• Formulates a plan of care including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient‑specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care.
• Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation and supervision of the activities of the health care team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures.
• Evaluates the patient's and family's response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes.
• Documents assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely and in accordance with policy.
• Provides care based on the best evidence available and may participate in research activities within clinical practice.
• Participates in unit or facility shared leadership and education of staff, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes growth of others through precepting and mentoring.
• Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes.
• May supervise staff and work flow of the department.
• Interacts with all levels of staff, physicians, patients, families and external contacts regarding patient health. Provides spiritual support via clergy when appropriate.

Current valid RN license in the state of practice, temporary/interim RN license in state of practice, or compact RN licensure. BLS certification required. Additional certifications or continuing education may be required based on area of practice. Experience in the clinical area desired. Must maintain clinical performance competencies appropriate to the area in which they work.

Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans. Our organization supports a drug‑free work environment.