RN - PCU

Origin Travel Nurses; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more

Clinical Support: In-house clinical team assistance

401k Retirement Plan: 4% match with 5% contribution

Travel reimbursement and housing allowance

Job summary

Origin Travel Nurses is looking for a qualified Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse to join their float team for a 13-week contract in Plattsburgh, NY. This role involves providing critical care to patients and managing various medical conditions.

Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience, active certifications, and proficiency in telemetry and IV therapy. The position offers competitive health benefits, a retirement plan, and additional perks.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience in progressive care or telemetry nursing.
• Active certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required before starting.
• Proficiency in managing cardiac drips and IV therapy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage patients with serious medical conditions.
• Administer medications and monitor vital signs.
• Provide telemetry monitoring for advanced observation.
• Handle intravenous (IV) therapies related to cardiac drips.
• Engage in patient and family education regarding treatment plans.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

IV therapy management

Patient education and support

Critical care management

Tools

EPIC documentation system

Job description

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

Location

Not specified

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

12-Hour Day Shift: 7 AM - 7 PM with a weekend requirement (usually every other weekend).

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse to join our team. The nurse will be assigned to the float team and will provide critical care to patients in the Progressive Care Unit.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage patients with serious medical conditions, including but not limited to heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, and post-operative recovery.
• Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and interact with interdisciplinary care teams to ensure the highest standard of patient care.
• Provide telemetry monitoring and management of patients requiring advanced observation.
• Handle intravenous (IV) therapies, including initiation, maintenance, and discontinuation related to cardiac drips and insulin management.
• Engage in education and support for patients and their families regarding diagnoses and treatment plans.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 1 year clinical experience required, specifically in progressive care or telemetry nursing.
• Must hold active certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS prior to starting the position.
• Recent experience with the EPIC documentation system preferred.
• Must demonstrate proficiency in managing cardiac drips and IV therapy.

Benefits

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more.
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care.
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate.
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution.
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty.
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more.