Travel Intermediate Care Unit RN

ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Wheeling, West Virginia.

• Specialty:
  PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Opportunity:

RN - Stepdown

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM with day/night rotation

• Must be on unit ready to go by 6:45 AM/PM

• Weekend requirements vary by shift - nights work 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule, days work 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule with minimum 3 night shifts required

• Self-scheduling allowed as long as unit needs are met with 4 requested days off per month

• Patient ratios typically 1:5, goal is 1:4, occasionally 1:6

• Float to Telemetry, Medical-Surgical units (ratios up to 1:6-1:7), and Pandemic Unit as needed

• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS

• Must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips independently

• Titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetalol, Nitro, Heparin, and occasionally Lasix

• Manage patients with chest pain, rule out MI, CHF, arrhythmias, post pacer, pre/post cardiac catheterizations

• Handle radial band management and removal, groin checks, and Tikosyn therapy patients

• Dress code:
Navy blue scrubs (top and bottom) with navy scrub jackets, no hoodies

• Use Allscripts charting system and Nihon Kohden telemetry monitors

• 2-day orientation with preceptor after initial HR day

• 50 mile radius rule applies - must provide copy of unexpired driver's license

• 2 shift cancellation policy per 13-week contract

• BSN not required but willing to wait for license

Facility:

This healthcare facility features a 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit with 14 private and 16 semi-private rooms, providing comprehensive stepdown care services. The facility maintains 24/7 coverage with hospitalists, intensivists, IV team, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy services. The organization utilizes advanced telemetry monitoring systems and maintains full support services including PICC/Midline teams to ensure optimal patient care in an intermediate care setting.

Location:

Wheeling, WV

Wheeling offers a rich blend of historic charm and modern amenities situated along the scenic Ohio River in the Northern Panhandle of West Virginia. The area provides affordable living costs, outdoor recreation opportunities, and a strong sense of community while maintaining easy access to larger metropolitan areas like Pittsburgh.

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.

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.

• Referral bonus