Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit

Talented Medical Solutions; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 68,880; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking an experienced Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse for a travel assignment in Valparaiso, Indiana. In this role, you'll provide high-quality nursing care for patients in a telemetry-focused unit. Required qualifications include an active Indiana RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and at least 2 years of PCU or telemetry experience. This position offers a pay rate of $50/hour, with a contract duration of 13 weeks.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 2 years of PCU or telemetry nursing experience.
• Active Indiana RN license required.
• BLS and NIHSS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for PCU patients, including telemetry and cardiac monitoring.
• Conduct assessments and document patient progress accurately.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Patient assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Medication administration

Education

Active Indiana RN license

BLS certification

ACLS certification within 6 months

Job description

Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (Travel Contract)
Location: Valparaiso, IN

Pay Rate: $50/hour
Hours: 72 hours bi-weekly
Shift: Nights, 7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.
Duration: 13 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Maximum RTO: 1 week
Call Requirements: None
Floating: Required
Blocked Scheduling: Not available

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse for a travel assignment in Valparaiso, Indiana. This role involves providing high-quality patient care in a 30-bed unit with a 5:1 patient ratio, focusing on telemetry, heart failure, and stroke cases.

You’ll play a vital role in assessing patients, monitoring telemetry, and documenting care accurately in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Key Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive nursing care for PCU patients, including telemetry and cardiac monitoring

Conduct assessments and document patient progress accurately and efficiently

Administer medications and treatments as prescribed

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Float to other units as needed to support patient care

Requirements

Licensure & Certifications:

Active Indiana RN license (or Compact License)

BLS and NIHSS required

ACLS required within 6 months of start date

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of PCU or telemetry nursing experience