Travel Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit; PCU

Travel Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - $2,102 per week at ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC summary:
This position is for a Travel Registered Nurse specialized in Cardiac Stepdown care within a Progressive Care Unit, providing advanced cardiac patient monitoring and interventions. The role requires at least 2 years of bedside nursing experience, proficiency with telemetry and cardiac IV medications, and certifications in BLS and ACLS. The assignment is a 13-week travel nursing opportunity based in Asheville, NC, involving 12-hour day shifts and collaborative work across multiple hospital units.
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty:
Cardiac Stepdown

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours, days

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Employment Type:

Travel
RN Position Job Notes:
Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.
Opportunity:
RN - PCU
Job Details:

• Work in a 40-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU) on the 5th floor

• Patient ratio of 1:4 with stretch staffing at 1:5 ratio

• Care for patients with CHF, MI, chest pain, arrhythmia, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, DKA, post cardiac catheterization/stent, and post pacemaker/ICD/ablation procedures

• Work with equipment including Zoll monitors, Baxter pumps, lift equipment, and bladder scanners

• Use Cerner EMR system

• Required to have stepdown or progressive care experience and telemetry experience

• Must have experience with titratable or cardiac IV medications including nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutrex, insulin drip, heparin, and bumex/Lasix

• Preferred experience with prostacyclins (Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin) and relief charge experience

• Perform bedside cardioversion procedures

• Float to all Med/Surg units, stepdown units, COVID unit, and ER holding

• Work every other weekend

• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS

• Dress code: all white scrubs, all navy blue scrubs, or white top with navy blue pants

• Must demonstrate flexibility, positive attitude, teamwork, and compassion
Facility:
This healthcare facility features a specialized cardiac care center with a dedicated Progressive Care Unit located in the Owen Heart Center. The facility provides comprehensive cardiac services with advanced monitoring equipment and specialized care for patients with various heart conditions. The organization maintains high staffing standards with dedicated charge nurses, bedside nurses, patient care technicians, and unit secretaries to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Location:

Asheville, NC
Asheville offers a perfect blend of urban amenities and stunning natural beauty nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and outdoor adventure opportunities. The city is known for its vibrant arts scene, craft breweries, and year-round recreational activities including hiking, skiing, and exploring the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.
Adex Job  # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
ADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009.
Benefits

• Referral bonus
Keywords:
travel nurse, cardiac stepdown, progressive care unit, registered nurse, telemetry nursing, cardiac IV medications, BLS, ACLS, hospital nursing, patient care