Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU Heart/Vascular

Unit Profile

Unit Information: Heart & Vascular

Location: Arlington, TX

• Number of Beds: 31
• Number of Staff: 63
• Staffing Structure:
  • Day Shift – 1 charge nurse, 8 staff nurses, 2 Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), 1 secretary
  • Night Shift – 1 charge nurse, 8 staff nurses, 2 Patient Care Technicians (PCTs)
• Patient Ratios: 1:4
• Type of Equipment: Various monitoring and treatment devices

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough nursing assessments every 12 hours or as ordered.
• Monitor vital signs every 4 hours unless otherwise directed.
• Administer appropriate cardiac care and medication per physician orders.
• Perform and interpret EKGs, pacemaker interrogations, and arterial sheath removals.
• Maintain cardiac drips and manage post-catheterization care.

Qualifications

• Required: Current ACLS certification.
• Preferred: Experience in critical care, specifically with post-catheterization management.

Dress Code

Scrubs should be in royal blue. Long sleeve, no-print under shirts in white, blue, or red are acceptable. Only approved uniform jackets may be worn.

Awards and Recognition

• Units of Distinction for 2017: Top 5% in the company for PCU units

Additional Information

The unit is focused on providing high-quality care to patients with cardiac and vascular diseases. The staff is supported through excellent communication and access to necessary resources to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Staff members are encouraged to participate in professional development opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge in cardiac care.