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Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (RN)

Position Overview

This role involves providing nursing care within the Progressive Care Unit. The unit is equipped with advanced medical technology and has a focus on neuro and trauma care.

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 44 beds
• Staffing: 95 staff members
• Day Shift: 2 CNC/Charge, 11 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 HUC
• Night Shift: 2 CNC/Charge, 11 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 HUC
• Patient Ratios: 4:1 at grid, 5:1 stretched
• Type of Equipment: IV pumps, Skylift, PCA pump, chest tubes, tracheostomies, patient lifts
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System: Cerner

Hiring Profile

Required Skills

• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Experience in neuro and trauma care

Preferred Skills

• Additional neuro and trauma care experience

Typical Procedures

• Neuro and spinal checks
• C-Collar placement and TLSO braces
• Chest tube placements, PCA pump management, IV infusions
• Lumbar drain management
• Feeding tube placements
• Blood transfusions

Work Environment

The ideal candidate will be a team player with a patient-focused approach.

Dress Code

Scrub Color: Navy blue

Weekend Requirements

Every other weekend is required.

Location

Asheville, NC

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