Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,896 per week
Company: Magnet Medical
Location: Saginaw
Posted on: March 3, 2025
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Job Description:
Magnet Medical is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive
Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Saginaw, Michigan.
Job Description & Requirements
--- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
--- Discipline: RN
--- Start Date: 03/17/2025
--- Duration: 13 weeks
--- 36 hours per week
--- Shift: 12 hours, nights
--- Employment Type: Travel
The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
provides intermediate care for patients who require a higher level
of monitoring and treatment than in a general medical-surgical unit
but do not require the intensive care provided in an ICU. The RN in
PCU delivers critical care to patients recovering from surgery,
medical procedures, or acute conditions, monitoring their progress
and responding to changes in health status. The RN will work
collaboratively with the healthcare team to ensure the best
possible outcomes for patients in the PCU setting.
Key Responsibilities:
--- Patient Assessment:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with moderate to
high acuity, monitoring their physical and emotional needs.
- Continuously evaluate vital signs, lab results, and cardiac
rhythms for any changes that may indicate a need for
intervention.
- Identify potential risks and complications, such as arrhythmias,
respiratory distress, or post-operative issues, and act
accordingly.
--- Patient Care and Monitoring:
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments, including IV
medications, pain management, and blood products.
- Monitor patients with telemetry, arterial lines, and other
continuous monitoring devices, adjusting care as necessary.
- Provide post-surgical care for patients who have undergone major
surgery, including cardiovascular, neurological, or orthopedic
procedures.
- Manage patients with complex conditions, such as heart failure,
respiratory distress, and diabetes.
--- Collaboration:
- Work closely with physicians, nurse practitioners, and other
healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized
care plans.
- Participate in daily rounds and communicate with the team
regarding patient condition, response to treatments, and any
changes in care plans.
--- Patient Education:
- Educate patients and families about the recovery process,
treatment plans, medications, and any required lifestyle
changes.
- Provide guidance on managing chronic conditions, improving
health, and preventing readmissions.
--- Documentation:
- Accurately document all nursing interventions, patient
assessments, outcomes, and any changes in condition using
electronic health records (EHR).
- Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and
hospital-specific documentation requirements.
--- Safety & Infection Control:
- Follow infection control protocols and use appropriate personal
protective equipment (PPE) to minimize the risk of
hospital-acquired infections.
- Respond to changes in patient condition quickly and
appropriately, including initiating emergency procedures if
needed.
--- Emergency Response:
- Recognize and respond promptly to emergencies, including code
blue situations or significant changes in patient vital signs.
- Perform advanced life support (ALS) or other emergency
interventions as required.
--- Teamwork and Support:
- Collaborate with PCU colleagues, support staff, and
interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and efficient patient
care.
- Serve as a resource to less experienced nursing staff and
participate in mentoring or training initiatives.
--- Quality and Compliance:
- Follow all hospital protocols and national standards to maintain
high-quality care, safety, and patient satisfaction.
- Participate in quality improvement activities and patient safety
initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
Magnet Medical Job ID #30512463. Pay package is based on 12 hour
shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with
tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
RN:PCU,19:00:00-07:00:00
Keywords: Magnet Medical, Saginaw , Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,896 per week, Healthcare , Saginaw, Michigan
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