Position: Registered Nurse (PCU)
Type: Per Diem
Location: San Jose, CA
Shift type: Nights
Resposiblities:
- Studying patients' charts, medication regimens, and test results upon admittance to the progressive care unit.
- Tracking routine vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry measurements.
- Interpreting measurements from specialized medical equipment.
- Monitoring and administering prescribed medication, as well as performing titration of drug doses.
- Performing diagnostic assessments on changes in measurements, as well as designated interventions.
- Reporting deteriorating conditions to healthcare specialists and following intervention instructions.
- Updating and maintaining ward charts, patient files, and medical records.
- Overseeing Progressive Care Unit nursing assistants and support staff.
- Explaining treatments and procedures to patients and their families, as well as answering questions.
Requirements:
- PCU Experience – Required
- Active RN License – Required
- BLS from AHA – Required
- Covid Vaccination – Required