Registered Nurse - Step Down Location: Salisbury, NC Duration: 13 weeks Description:

• Studying patients' charts, medication regimens, and test results upon admittance to the progressive care unit.

• Tracking routine vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry measurements.

• Interpreting measurements from specialized medical equipment.

• Monitoring and administering prescribed medication, as well as performing titration of drug doses.

• Performing diagnostic assessments on changes in measurements, as well as designated interventions.

• Reporting deteriorating conditions to healthcare specialists and following intervention instructions.

• Updating and maintaining ward charts, patient files, and medical records.

• Overseeing Progressive Care Unit nursing assistants and support staff.

• Explaining treatments and procedures to patients and their families, as well as answering questions.

  Required Skills / Certs / Exp: Minimum Years of Experience: 2 years Skills: IV Start, Triage, Telemetry and Conscious Sedation. Charge Nurse Experience preferred. Certs: Certifications Required: ACLS AND NIHSS. Preferred Skills / Certs / Exp: CCRN AND TNCC As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard trace, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.