Cooperidge Consulting Firm is seeking a PCU (IMCU) Registered Nurse (RN) for a top Healthcare client.
This progressive care role coordinates and delivers high-quality, patient-centered care, specializing in pre-operative and post-operative nursing for patients requiring intermediate monitoring. The RN performs frequent assessments and autonomously manages treatments in collaboration with medical providers, serving as a dedicated patient advocate to support an unparalleled care experience in a high-acuity environment.
Job Responsibilities
- Assess the patient's condition during admission and throughout each shift, promptly identifying and reporting any changes in patient status.
- Perform procedures and other monitoring functions as ordered by the medical provider, ensuring thorough and timely documentation of all administered care.
- Administer prescribed medications safely and accurately, closely monitoring the patient for therapeutic response and managing any unintended effects.
- Maintain comprehensive knowledge of medications, procedures, and equipment specifically utilized in the care of cardiac and medical-surgical patients.
- Serve as an advocate for patients and families, supporting the organization's commitment to an unparalleled patient experience.
- Collaborate effectively with medical providers and the care team to ensure coordinated and efficient delivery of pre-operative and post-operative nursing care.
Requirements
Education
- Registered Nurse Diploma or Associate Degree is required.
- Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing is required (implied by diploma/degree).
Experience
- All experience must be recent (within the last one year) to qualify.
- Required: Minimum of one (1) year of recent acute care PCU experience.
- Alternative Consideration: Candidates with recent acute care ER RN experience or three (3) years of recent acute Med-Surg experience may be considered.
Certifications/Licenses
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license is required (implied by the job title).
- Advanced Nurse Practitioner (ANP) license is acceptable.
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date.
Skills
- Demonstrated expertise in pre-operative and post-operative nursing care for cardiac and medical-surgical patients.
- Strong assessment skills for identifying and reporting changes in patient status in a high-acuity setting.
- Proven ability to collaborate effectively with medical providers and serve as a patient advocate.
Benefits
- Competitive pay with opportunities for overtime and weekend shifts.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and disability coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
- Paid time off — vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment.