RN PCU/TELE

Equiliem; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Equiliem is seeking skilled nurses for the Telemetry & Pulmonary Step Down Unit (Tele/Pulm) in Overland Park, KS. The 18-bed unit provides care for moderately unstable patients requiring cardiac and respiratory monitoring, with a patient ratio of 1:4-5.

Contract is 13 weeks, start date 12/14, with self scheduling and weekend coverage per the unit's policy. This assignment emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and adherence to evidence-based protocols in Meditech documentation.

Qualifications

• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• NIH certification required or current.
• Telemetry/Pulm unit care involves monitoring and managing cardiac and respiratory needs.

Responsibilities

• Nursing interventions at least every 3-4 hours.
• Vital signs every 4 hours with continuous cardiac monitoring.
• Blood glucose monitoring every 4 hours.
• Neurological monitoring as needed, including NIHSS assessments.

Skills

ACLS

BLS

NIH

Tools

Meditech

Job description

48hrs Guaranteed Preferred

Start Date: 12/14

Duration: 13 weeks

Unit Name: Progressive Care Unit

Requested Skill Set:

• Must have: ACLS, BLS, NIH

Advanced Skills Needed:

The Telemetry & Pulm Step Down Unit (Tele/Pulm) cares for patients with moderate physiologic instability requiring support. Examples include COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, CHF & trach patients. Tele/Pulm patients are hemodynamically stable and require cardiac & respiratory monitoring & management every 2-4 hours. The level of care of the Tele/Pulm unit requires less care than the ICU but more than that provided in the Medical/Surgical Units. This unit specializes in the care of cardiac and pulmonary patients.

Procedures Performed on Unit:

• Oxygen therapy to include:
  • Nasal Cannula: All
  • BIPAP/CPAP: up to 80%
  • AirVo: Low Flo

Nursing Interventions:

• At least every 3-4 hours

Vital Signs:

• Every 4 hours
• Continuous cardiac monitoring

Blood Glucose Monitoring:

• Every 4 hours

Neurological Monitoring:

• Any frequency
• NIHSS

Certifications Required:

• ACLS, BLS, NIH

Unit Specifics:

• Number of Beds: 18
• Patient Ratios: 1:4-5
• Unit staffing description: We use 2 PCT's and 1 Unit secretary
• Type of equipment: Alaris pumps, kangaroo pump, Pyxis, computers available in every room
• Documentation system: Meditech
• Scheduling requirements: Self scheduling - to include 3 weekend shifts per 4 weeks schedule
• On Call Requirements: None
• Floating policy: 1. Travelers, 2. PRN staff, 3. Date last floated
• Patient Experience requirements: We are working on nurse's courtesy and respect, and working together as a team to care for patients

Hospital Specifics:

• Certifications: ACLS, BLS

About Equiliem

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Across the U.S., leading companies in healthcare, government, engineering, manufacturing, professional services, and energy rely on us for their workforce solutions. Our recruiting and HR services include contract and direct hire staffing, Payrolling/EOR, Independent Contractor Compliance, and Managed Services.

For almost 30 years, we've helped shape our industry. Today, we continue to research, ask questions, and continuously enhance the candidate journey and client experience.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees, which includes:

• Medical Insurance
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401(k)
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Discounts & Rewards
• Payroll Payment Options

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