Registered Nurse IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Location

• Kansas City, MO

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, Night shifts (3x12 hours per week)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in a Stepdown, Intermediate Care, and Ventilated Tracheostomy unit, including pulmonary and high-acuity patients.
• Monitor and interpret telemetry, manage dysrhythmias, and respond to emergency situations.
• Administer medications via IV, manage IV lines, PICC lines, and central lines, including cardiac drips and heparin protocols.
• Care for ventilated patients, including ventilation management, chest tubes, and airway support devices.
• Perform gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and renal procedures such as feeding tube care and dialysis management.
• Maintain patient safety through adherence to isolation precautions and emergency response protocols.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years recent experience in a similar ICU, PCU, or stepdown unit.
• Strong ventilator experience and proficiency in telemetry monitoring.
• Current nursing license in good standing.
• Ability to interpret ABGs, manage respiratory equipment (BIPAP, CPAP, HFNC), and handle high acuity respiratory cases.
• Certification in NIHSS preferred.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with endobronchial valves, ventilators, and advanced respiratory therapies.
• Familiarity with cardiac monitoring and emergency cardiac response.
• Knowledge of specialty procedures like airway management and dialysis care.

Why Join Us

• Work at a prestigious, Level 1 Trauma, Magnet-recognized hospital known for its commitment to excellence and patient care.
• Join a dedicated team in a reputable facility offering career growth opportunities and a collaborative environment.