Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

American Traveler; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Housing allowance

Travel and licensure reimbursements

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care/Intermediate Care Unit in Maine. Requires PCU or Med/Surg experience, active Maine or Compact license, and essential certifications (BLS, ACLS, NIHSS).

The role handles trauma, neuro, medical/surgical, and cardiac patients in a 12-bed PCU within a Level II Trauma Center. Expect 12-hour shifts, weekend rotations, and unit orientation after hospital onboarding.

Qualifications

• Active RN license (Maine or Compact)
• Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications required; AACN/CCRN preferred
• Minimum 1 year PCU/Intermediate or 2 years Med/Surg with PCU exposure
• Trauma experience required for neuro/trauma patients
• Experience with high flow O2, chest tubes, wound care, BiPAP, drains, IV starts
• Care for trached patients on vents including suctioning and FiO2
• Cardiac drips (Amiodarone, Cardizem) and insulin titration experience
• Orientation: general hospital orientation followed by unit orientation

Responsibilities

• Work in a 12-bed Intermediate Care Unit (PCU) within a Level II Trauma Center
• Care for trauma, neuro, medical/surgical, and cardiac patients including strokes and post-procedure patients
• RN to patient ratio 1:3-4 on both day and night shifts
• 12-hour night shifts (7P-7A), 48 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• Floats to ED/ICU/CCU as needed
• Utilize Cerner, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis, and GE monitors
• Provide direct patient care across multiple specialties

Skills

RN license

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

PCU/Med/Surg experience

Trauma care

Vent care/trach care

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Tools

Cerner

Alaris IV pumps

Pyxis

GE monitors

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care/Intermediate Care Unit position requiring PCU or Med/Surg experience and a compact or Maine RN license.

Requirements

• Active RN license (Compact or Maine)
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; AACN and CCRN certifications preferred
• Minimum 1 year of Intermediate/PCU level experience, or 2 years of Med/Surg experience with some PCU exposure
• Trauma experience required for neuro/trauma patients, including Q2H neuro checks and stroke patient care
• Experience with high flow O2, chest tubes, wound vac/VAC dressing changes, BiPAP, drain/ostomy care, and IV starts
• Experience caring for trached patients on vents, including administering 100% FiO2 via suction support and trach suctioning
• Cardiac experience with temporary pacemakers, TR bands, post-femoral sheath care, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Experience with cardiac drips (Amiodarone, Cardizem) and insulin titration required
• Must complete general hospital orientation followed by 1 day of unit orientation

Responsibilities

• Work in a 12-bed Intermediate Care Unit (PCU) within a Level II Trauma Center
• Cares for trauma, neuro, medical/surgical, and cardiac patient populations including strokes, craniotomies, respiratory failure, sepsis, STEMI/NSTEMI, CHF, and post-cardiac procedure patients
• RN to patient ratio of 1:3-4 on both day and night shifts
• 12-hour night shift schedule (7P-7A), 48 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• May be placed on low census call back
• Floats to ED, ICU, or CCU when an intermediate-level assignment is available in those departments
• Uses Cerner charting system, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and GE monitors
• Support staff includes CNAs, charge nurse, phlebotomy, 24/7 ICU-trained resource nurse, 24/7 respiratory therapy, 24/7 hospitalist, and IV/VAT team for ultrasound-guided IVs and PICC/midline placement
• Provide direct patient care for trauma, neuro, medical/surgical, and cardiac PCU patients
• RNs start their own peripheral IVs
• Charge nurse may take patients as needed
• Holiday coverage expectations vary based on unit needs
• Scrubs may be any color but must be professional in appearance
• Free parking available in designated areas
• First-time travelers considered if they have completed at least two 13-week assignments
• Candidates must not have prior permanent employment at any Northern Light Health hospital
• Permanent address must be located 100+ miles south/southwest of the facility to be considered
• Flu vaccination required for clearance to start, with medical exemptions only considered and subject to client approval

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-755287

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