Registered Nurse – Progressive Care - Travel - (PCU RN)

RN.com; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. This role requires a Registered Nurse with a passion for teamwork and quality service in a progressive care unit. You'll be part of a dynamic team, utilizing advanced technology and equipment to ensure the best outcomes for patients with diverse medical conditions. With a strong emphasis on continuous education and professional growth, this opportunity promises to enhance your nursing career while making a significant impact in the lives of patients. Embrace the chance to work in a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Free, quality, private housing

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) and Flex Spending

Life Insurance

Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage

Free Continuing Education

Refer a friend and earn extra cash

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years PCU experience required.
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality patient care through teamwork and communication.
• Manage medication drips and various patient care tasks.

Skills

Bipap

Optiflow (high flow)

Home vent care

Trach care

Chest tubes management

Pleurx drains

Ostomy care

Wound vac care

Medication drip management

IVP, Titration

Education

Registered Nurse License

Tools

EMR: Epic

IV Pump: Alaris

Med dispensing: Omnicell

Monitors: Phillips

Job description

Beds: 28
Avg Census? 28
Minimum Years of Experience required: 2 years PCU experience
Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes, prefer with at least 2 years’ experience
Unit Culture: Driven to provide quality patient care through communication and teamwork.
Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:
Acute Respiratory Failure, COPD, CHF, PE, NSTEMI, CVA, Sepsis, GI Bleed, Afib/flutter, ETOH abuse
Patient Ratios:
RN: 1:4 – Progressive, 1:5 - Medical
CNA: 1:8-10
Required License, National Certification, Certs (BLS, ACLS, etc.), or other position specific requirements such as Driver's License and/or Insurance:
RN: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Skills required:
Bipap, Optiflow (high flow), NC 1-15L, home vent care, trach care, chest tubes management, Pleurx drains, ostomy care, wound vac care, post pacemaker, TR band post Heart Cath, PIV starts, blood draws,
Medication drip management of the following: Heparin, Diltiazem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Dopamine, Labetalol, Lidocaine, Milrinone, Nesiritide, Cardene, Nitroglycerine, Phenobarbital -all either IVP, Titration or IVP
Support within the Department:
CNA - vital signs, blood sugars, ADLs, foley placement, lab draws, etc.
Receptionist/HUC: Yes – M-F 8a-3p
Charge nurse – typically a free charge
Phlebotomy: Nursing and CNA will draw labs
IV/VAT Team
RT, 24/7: 2 on days, 1 on nights – stays on the unit
Hospitalist, 24/7
Intensivist, 24/7
Telemetry monitoring/tech? Yes
Technology/Equipment:
EMR: Epic
IV Pump: Alaris
Med dispensing: Omnicell
Monitors: Phillips – hardwire and remove boxes
Unit specific equipment: Lifepak, Bladder scanner x2, EKG machine x2, remote tele box, portable monitor, hoyer lift, dopplers, etc.
Floating:
Within region and scope of practice
Will be required to float per region needs – will require floating to all facilities listed below, as needed, within scope of practice – DECLINE if not agreeable
Region 1 - Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, Central Division (CMC Main + Mercy + LCH (peds only) -- could float to any of the facilities within region if the need arises
If floating mid-shift, Traveler will be paid for the time traveling between facilities (will remain on the clock)

REQUIREMENTS

Registered Nurse, PCU
SSN Required
DOB Required
References: 1 Reference in entire work history

perm address over 50 miles

required to start BLS ACLS NIHSS

BENEFITS

At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers! We offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Free, quality, private housing
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

FACILITY

ABOUT THE COMPANY

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

* Estimate of weekly payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.