Overview: We are seeking a Progressive Care RN or PCU RN, internally referred to as our Progressive Care Registered Nurse. In the Progressive Care Unit (PCU), the PCU RN or Step-Down RN will provide specialized care to patients with acute and/or chronic medical conditions who require close monitoring, intervention, and support to optimize their outcomes and facilitate their transition to lower levels of care.Bonus Options: up to $10,000 (Two payout options available)Shift’s Available: Days ($2 to $6 differential in pay)Employment Type: Full TimeHours: 7:00am to 7:00pm Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, ALHere are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:Health, dental, and vision insurance optionsPaid vacation, sick time and holidaysBereavement leave, FMLA and other leave optionsEmployer 401K optionsTuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance optionsMany other amazing benefits Responsibilities: ** If you have experience in Acute Care, such has Rehab, ICU, Critical Care Unit (CCU), PCU, Step-Down, Emergency Room (ER) or other critical care areas as an RN, you are encouraged to apply!Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):Conduct assessments of patients' conditions, including vital signs, cardiac rhythms, neurological status, respiratory status, and overall clinical stability, you will need to monitor changes in patients' conditions and respond promptly to any deteriorationUtilize telemetry and other monitoring devices to continuously monitor patients' cardiac rhythms, oxygen saturation levels, blood pressure, and other parameters you must be able to recognize and interpret abnormalities in monitoring dataAdminister medications as directed by physicians, encompassing intravenous medications, antibiotics, pain management medications, and cardiac medications, while vigilantly monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or side effectsPerform nursing interventions and treatments as ordered by physicians, such as wound care, catheter care, suctioning, and administration of oxygen therapy, which may include assisting with proceduresAdhere to evidence-based practice guidelines, hospital policies, and protocols related to patient care, infection control, and safety Qualifications: Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:Current and valid state RN LicenseCurrent BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain currentCurrent ACLS certificate 30 days upon hire and maintain currentMinimum of one year as a staff RN in acute care hospital, critical care preferredAdditional Qualifications That Are a Plus:Critical Care RN (CCRN) Certification preferredCompletion of Critical Care Course preferredBachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferredFull benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf#LI-AZ1#PHCCareers