Travel or Local PCU RN Job in Newton, New Jersey
Gifted Healthcare
Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, USA
Hackettstown, NJ, 07840, USA
- Healthcare
- Progressive Care Unit
- PCU RN
- patient monitoring
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurses provide close monitoring and frequent assessment of patients who require care less intensive than ICU level. They utilize computer equipment to monitor vital signs and cardiac data, assist physicians during examinations and treatments, and manage specialized patient equipment. The role involves detailed recording of patient medical information and working night shifts in a healthcare setting.
Responsibilities
Progressive Care Unit RNs (PCU RNs) care for patients who need close monitoring and frequent assessment but aren't unstable enough to require ICU care. PCU RNs use computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information. PCU RN job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Record patient's medical information and vital signs
- Prepare equipment and assist physician during examination and treatment of patient
- Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients and interpret electronic displays to help guide treatment




