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Registered Nurse RN Progressive Care

Saint Joseph Health System • Mishawaka, IN 46545 • Posted today

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As a Registered Nurse in Critical Progressive Care (PCU) at Saint Joseph Health System, you will be responsible for implementing, directing, communicating, and documenting the nursing process in accordance with current established standards of care and the Indiana Nurse Practice Act. This role involves caring for patients who are not serious enough to be in ICU but not stable enough to go to a Med Surg Unit, focusing on cardiac based care and a variety of other serious diagnoses. This position offers a supportive team environment, opportunities for professional development, and a chance to learn and utilize advanced skills.

Responsibilities

  • Implement, direct, communicate, and document the nursing process in accordance with current established standards of care and the Indiana Nurse Practice Act.
  • Advocate for patients in a safe environment.
  • Learn and utilize advanced skills such as cardiac rhythms, cardiac drug administration, tracheostomy care, chest tube management, and more.
  • Participate on the Rapid Response Team, Code Blue Team, Unit Council, and many committees.
  • Endorse Evidence Based Practice projects.
  • Perform proficiency in bedside procedures, TTE’s, and cardioversions.

Qualifications

Required

  • Graduate of an accredited RN program.
  • RN Indiana License.
  • CPR certification on hire or able to attain within 60 days.

Full Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

12 Hour Night Shift

Description:

Generous Sign-On Bonuses (up to $7,500) - Part Time Night Shift

Our Critical Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Nurses care for patients who are not serious enough to be in ICU, but not stable enough to go to a Med Surg Unit. You will work with patients involving Cardiac based care (HF, Arrythmias, STEMI/ NSTEMI, electrolyte imbalances, hypo/hyper-tension, post cardiac surgical interventions), plus a variety of other serious diagnoses i.e. strokes, cancer, renal failure, sepsis, OD, seizures, diabetes, etc. PCU is a great place if you’re looking for a challenge or for new Nurses with a long-term goal of working in ICU, SICU, ED, Cath Lab, Leadership, etc.

Why Saint Joseph Health System?
At Saint Joseph Health System, our values give us strength. That character guides every decision we make - even when those decisions are complicated, costly or hard. We honor our mission to care for every man, woman and child who needs us by investing in technology, people and capabilities that allow us to set the standard for quality care.

What we offer:

  • NO mandatory overtime
  • Benefits first day of employment (including: medical, dental, vision, PTO, life, STD/LTD)
  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Daily Pay
  • Retirement savings account with employer match
  • Generous paid time off programs
  • Employee referral incentive program
  • Tuition/professional development reimbursement
  • Nursing Scholarship opportunities
  • State of the art equipment
  • Supportive team approach
  • Unlimited CEUs

About the job:
As a Registered Nurse in Critical Progressive Care (PCU) at Saint Joseph Health System you are responsible for implementing, directing, communicating, and documenting the nursing process in accordance with current established standards of care and the Indiana Nurse Practice Act. Our RNs are patient advocates who provide a safe environment for patients, visitors, and colleagues.

PCU allows you to learn and utilize advanced skills such as:

  • Cardiac rhythms
  • Cardiac drug administration
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Chest tube management
  • NIH Stroke Certified
  • BLS / ACLS

PCU provides the opportunity to participate on the:

  • Rapid Response Team
  • Code Blue Team
  • Unit Council
  • Many Committees (skin, mobility, sharps, falls)
  • Evidence Based Practice project endorsement
  • Proficiency in bedside procedures
  • TTE’s, Cardioversions

Requirements:

  • Education: Graduate of an accredited RN program.
  • Licensure: RN Indiana License. CPR certification on hire or able to attain within 60 days.
  • Experience: None.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.