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Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
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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.
$96,906 / year median in Maryland
+15% projected growth
Job Description
Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
PCU RN's closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds.
PCU RN'S
monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, tby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN's work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.
Education/Requirements:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. RN's can only work with an active state license. ACLS is often required
•2 years will consider 18 months if strong. Neuro, cardiac, medical patients. patients typically require drip titration, bipap and cpap will float to tele Cerner exp required; - Client to review profile