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HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital

RN- PCU

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What they do

A PCU or Stepdown Registered Nurse cares for hospital patients who need close monitoring but not intensive care. Works in a hospital unit typically called Progressive Care Unit or Stepdown Unit. Monitors life signs and medications for patients who are progressing from more critical to less critical care. Works under the supervision of a physician, as part of a hospital nursing team.

$80,050 / year median in Florida

+1% projected growth

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Job Description

As a RN PCU, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn
  • whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives.
You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing. Job Summary and Qualifications The Progressive Care Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care. In collaboration with medical providers, the RN provides pre-operative and post-operative nursing care. The RN serves as an advocate for patients to support an unparalleled patient experience. What you will do in this role: Assess patient condition during admission and during each shift, identifying and reporting any changes in patient status. Perform procedures or other functions as ordered by the medical provider. Document the administration of care in the patient medical record in a timely and thorough manner. Perform the administration of prescribed medications and monitors response. Maintain a knowledge of medications, procedures, and equipment used in the care of cardiac and medical-surgical patients.
What qualifications you will need:
Licensure as a Florida Registered Nurse in accordance with state regulations or appropriate compact licensure. If compact license held, active FL RN license required within 60 days of hire. Nursing Diploma or ASN required; BSN preferred. Previous experience in an acute care setting strongly preferred. Current American Heart Association BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required. Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills, ability to read/comprehend written instructions, ability to follow verbal instructions, PC skills Benefits HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long
  • and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts Learn more about
Employee Benefits Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. "Nurses are essential to the delivery of healthcare and serve as its foundation. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to equipping nurses with the tools and resources they need to deliver exceptional patient care, championing the profession, and supporting the advancement of nursing's future." Erica Rossitto, MBA/HCM, BSN, RN, NEA-BC Senior Vice President and Chief Nurse Executive HCA Healthcare Join Our Team at HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital Located in beautiful Sarasota County, Florida, our 155
  • bed hospital has been delivering exceptional care since 1967.
Patients enjoy a coastal setting with resort-style treatment, and our colleagues thrive in a culture built on caring, integrity, and teamwork. We offer competitive salaries, benefits that support you at work and in life, and opportunities for growth.
Why You'll Love Working Here:
155
  • bed hospital serving Sarasota and Manatee counties Founded in 1967 with a strong Legacy of care Beautiful campus offering resort-style patient experience Recognized for excellence: Consistently ranked as an A' grade hospital for patient safety Surgical Care Excellence Award
  • Healthgrades America's 100 Best for Joint Replacement
  • Healthgrades American's 100 Best for Orthopedic Surgery
  • Healthgrades Rated 5 stars in more than 10 clinical specialties
  • Healthgrades Be part of an award-winning team that makes a difference every day.
Apply today and grow your career with HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital. If this opportunity is your next step in your career path, we encourage you to apply for our RN PCU opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing, apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.