Registered Nurse Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
1 month ago
Watertown
Job DescriptionBenefits: • Competitive salary Job Description: We are currently seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) for a contract assignment in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at a leading healthcare facility in Watertown, NY. This is a great opportunity for experienced nurses looking for a rewarding role in a fast-paced environment, with a competitive pay rate and potential for contract extension. The PCU RN will provide care for patients who require close monitoring and frequent assessment but are not in critical condition. Ideal candidates are adaptable, quick-thinking, and have excellent clinical judgment. Responsibilities: • Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in the Progressive Care Unit, • Monitor vital signs, administer medications, and manage IVs, • Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary teams to create and implement care plans, • Assess and respond to changes in patient condition, • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records, • Educate patients and families regarding care plans, procedures, and medications, • Ensure compliance with hospital policies, procedures, and safety standards Qualifications: • Active RN license in New York State Required, • Minimum of 12 years of recent PCU, Step-down, or Telemetry experience Required, • BLS and ACLS certifications Required (AHA preferred), • Strong critical thinking, assessment, and communication skills, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Shift Details: • Shift Type: Day Shift, • Schedule: 3x12s or 4x10s (exact schedule to be confirmed), • Start Date: ASAP or upon credentialing Contract Details: • Contract Length: 13 weeks with potential for extension, • Pay Rate: $72 to $74 per hour (based on experience), • Weekly pay via direct deposit, • Housing and travel stipends available for qualified travelers Benefits of Working With Us: • Competitive weekly pay, • Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment, • Travel assistance (if applicable), • Access to contract extension opportunities, • Opportunity to gain experience in top-tier healthcare facilities