RN Progressive Care Unit
Roanoke VA area
Our client is a 500+ bed acute-care healthcare facility in the mountainous region of southwest Virginia. The Center is part of a large Health System, which serves more than 250,000 patients per year through its four hospitals, two cancer centers, six outpatient centers, and 700 affiliated physicians.
About Progressive Care Services (PCU):
Our progressive care units are for patients who require more medical attention than is available on a general unit, but less than what is required in the ICU. Our board-certified, multidisciplinary team of specialists offers compassionate care for our Medical, Cardiac, and Surgical PCU patients.
Each unit offers specialized care for a range of conditions:
- 45-Bed Cardiac PCU.
- Nurse to patient ratios based on acuity (very fast pace) – 4:1.
- Patient turnover ranges from 1 – 3 days.
- Types of patients on this unit require various drips and rhythm monitoring.
- Part of Health System Shared Governance councils.
- A supportive environment focused on fostering educational opportunities and specialty certification.
- Leaders on this unit have a passion for supporting nurses in reaching their professional goals, excellent practice, and collegial relationships.
Qualifications:
Education Required AND/OR Preferred:
- Diploma or Associates Degree from a professional nursing program (required).
- BSN or current enrollment in a BSN program at an accredited school of Nursing (preferred).
Licensure/Certification:
- Current licensure as an RN in the state of Virginia or current multi-state compact RN license with eligibility to practice in VA is required.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider (required).
Our Client offers a great salary and benefits, and provides a healthy and supportive work environment, where you will be an appreciated and valued employee.
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