Coronary care unit nurse vs progressive care nurse

Differences between coronary care unit nurse and progressive care nurse duties and responsibilities

Coronary care unit nurse example responsibilities.

• Utilize ACLS protocols in managing emergencies.
• Organize and lead a cardiac rehabilitation program relate to physical and emotional health to ensure long-term patient well-being.
• Certify in ACLS and BLS during this period.
• Monitor EKG and hemodynamic status.
• Provide acute care for cardiac patients warranting close monitoring and often immediate critical nursing judgment.
• Work a short while in the cardiac catheter lab.
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Progressive care nurse example responsibilities.

• Manage patient pain relief and sedation by providing pharmacological and non-pharmacological intervention, monitor patient response and record care plans accordingly.
• Develop, implement and evaluate patients' rehabilitation goals to facilitate patient satisfaction.
• Utilize EMR for charting, medication ordering, and referrals
• Stage, measure, photograph wounds and document in EMR system.
• Used strict aseptic technique during the dialysis procedure and when caring for the peritoneal catheter.
• Set up and operate equipment as needed: EKG, cardiac monitors, suction and respiratory equipment.
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