Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position with telemetry and neuro experience, IN or compact RN license required.

Job Details

• Work in a hospital-based Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting,

• Patient population includes CVAs, hydrocephalus, brain tumors and resections, seizures, TBIs, trauma and large wound cases, and GI surgeries,

• Typical staffing ratios are 1:3-4, with 5 only during emergencies,

• Proficient telemetry and neuro care required, including management of drips,

• May be assigned as charge nurse based on operational needs, with training provided,

• Must be flexible to work days (3x12 hour shifts, 7:00-19:30) and 50% of weekends during the contract,

• Floating may be required to Med-Surg, ICU, or affiliate hospitals within the system,

• Cerner EMR is used and experience is required,

Job Requirements

• Active IN or Compact RN license in hand,

• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications (AHA or RQI accepted),

• Minimum 18 months - 2 years of recent PCU experience required,

• Proficient in telemetry, neuro care, and management of drips,

• Experience with conscious sedation and Level 1 trauma preferred,

• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program,

• First-time travelers are accepted,

• Not accepting local candidates for PCU positions,

• Must not have been a perm or PRN employee at the health system within the past 12 months,

Additional Information

• May be required to precept or have students shadow on assignment,

• Charge nurse responsibilities may be assigned with training and support,

• Must be willing to float with resources provided,

• Candidates must work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the assignment,

• RTO of up to 5 days may be auto-approved,

• Call-ins for contracted shifts must be made up per contract requirements,