Job Title: Registered Nurse for PCU
Job Type: 13 weeks contract
Shift: 3x12 Day/Night
Location: Howell, MI, 48843
Pay rate: $55-$60/hr
Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) responsibilities. In this vital role, you will deliver exceptional patient care within a fast-paced, acute care environment, ensuring the safety, comfort, and well-being of diverse patient populations. Your expertise will support complex medical needs, including critical care and post-operative recovery, while utilizing advanced EMR systems and adhering to the highest standards of clinical practice. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative setting committed to excellence and innovation.
Duties
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with complex medical conditions, including acute pain management, cardiac monitoring, and respiratory support.
- Conduct thorough patient assessments, vital sign monitoring, and physiological evaluations to inform treatment plans.
- Administer medications and injections accurately while maintaining aseptic technique and adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on discharge planning, case management, and coordination of services such as dialysis, wound care, or IV infusion therapy.
- Utilize EMR and EHR systems like Epic or Cerner for precise documentation of patient care activities and medical records.
- Assist with invasive procedures including catheterization, suturing, tube feeding management, and specimen collection/processing.
- Monitor ventilators and other critical equipment to ensure optimal functioning during inpatient stays in ICU or Level I Trauma Center settings.
Qualifications
- Valid RN license with current state registration.
- Critical care experience in ICU or Level I Trauma Center preferred; experience in emergency medicine or trauma medicine is highly valued.
- Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner; familiarity with ICD coding (ICD-9/10) and CPT coding is advantageous.
- Demonstrated expertise in medical-surgical nursing, telemetry monitoring, and acute care procedures.
- Experience working with diverse patient populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, individuals with disabilities, or those requiring hospice & palliative medicine.
- Knowledge of infection control practices, aseptic technique, and advanced life support protocols (BLS).
- Additional skills such as phlebotomy, IV insertion, ostomy care, or working with individuals with developmental disabilities are a plus. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your skills and passion for delivering top-tier patient-centered care!
Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
Experience:
- Registered Nurse: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
