Progressive Care Unit (PCU/Stepdown) at ATC Travelers A

Norfolk, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Assessment, Cardiac Telemetry, Vital Signs Interpretation, Medication Administration, IV Therapy, Care Planning, Patient Education, EMR Documentation, Infection Control, Critical Care

Industry

Human Resources

Description

The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at Sentara Leigh Hospital bridges the gap between intensive care and medical-surgical units. You will provide high-quality, patient-centered care to complex patients who require close monitoring, frequent assessments, and specialized support. This role involves managing cardiac telemetry, interpreting vital signs, administering precise medication drips, and identifying changes in condition to prevent critical emergencies. Key Responsibilities * Patient Assessment & Monitoring: Conduct comprehensive head-to-toe assessments. Continuously monitor telemetry, cardiac rhythms, and vital signs to detect any sudden changes. * Clinical Interventions: Administer prescribed medications, IV therapies, and complex treatments. Manage specific cardiac/medical drips and utilize monitoring equipment safely. * Care Planning: Collaborate directly with physicians, respiratory therapists, and the broader care team to implement and evaluate individual patient care plans. * Patient & Family Education: Educate patients and their families on disease management, recovery expectations, and assist them with healthcare decision-making. * Compliance & Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentation within the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system. Adhere strictly to infection control protocols and Sentara policies. Required Qualifications * Education: Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program. Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) accepted. * Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of recent acute care, telemetry, or critical care experience. * Licensure/Certifications: * Active, unencumbered Virginia RN License (or compact state license). * Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. * Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification. Preferred Qualifications * Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN). * Previous experience in a high-acuity Stepdown or PCU environment. * Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) credential. Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality care to complex patients requiring close monitoring and specialized support in a Progressive Care Unit. Responsibilities include managing cardiac telemetry, administering medication drips, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to implement care plans.