Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

American Traveler, LLC.; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay and Bonuses

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

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 summary

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit with 18 months PCU/Intermediate Care experience and MT or Compact RN license. Role includes 12-hour days, 36 hours/week, and every-other-weekend shifts in a Level III Trauma Center.

Unit supports sepsis, respiratory compromise, cardiac care, and post-CABG patients. EMR Meditech, Pyxis, and floating to multiple units; travel-friendly housing and licensure reimbursements included.

Qualifications

• Active MT or Compact RN license.
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS.
• Minimum 18 months PCU/Intermediate Care experience.
• Skills include IV starts and central line blood draws.
• Experience with PCU and general PCU skillset.

Responsibilities

• Progressive Care Unit in Level III Trauma Center with 145 beds (16-bed unit).
• Patient population includes sepsis, respiratory compromise, CHF, COPD, DKA, DTs, multisystem failure.
• Cardiac patients including heart caths, ablations, temp pacers, stable TAVRs, and 24h post-CABG.
• Manage non-titrating drips (insulin, nitro, heparin, dopamine, dobutamine, amiodarone, levophed).
• 1:3 patient ratio; 12-hour day shifts; 36 hours per week; every other weekend.
• RTO up to 7 days; block scheduling; orientation provided for unfamiliar units.
• EMR: Meditech; IV Pump: Baxter; Pyxis medication dispensing; Floating to IMC/MedSurg/ICU as needed.
• Charge RN carries a 1-patient assignment; HUC 24/7; 24/7 hospitalist and RT coverage.

Skills

RN License

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

PCU Experience

IV Starts

Central Line Draws

Meditech

Pyxis

Tools

Meditech

Pyxis

Job description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring 18 months of PCU/Intermediate Care experience and a MT or compact RN license.

Requirements

• Active RN license (MT or Compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 18 months PCU/Intermediate Care experience required
• Skills required include IV starts and central line blood draws
• Experience with above patient types and general PCU skillset required

Responsibilities

• Progressive Care Unit in a Level III Trauma Center with 145 beds, 16-bed unit
• Patient population includes sepsis, respiratory compromise, CHF, COPD, DKA, DTs, and multisystem failure
• Cardiac patients including heart caths, ablations, temp pacers, stable TAVRs, and 24h post-CABG
• Manages non-titrating drips including insulin, nitro, heparin, dopamine, dobutamine, amiodarone, and levophed
• 1:3 patient ratio
• 12-hour day shifts, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on‑call requirements
• EMR: Meditech
• IV Pump: Baxter
• Medication dispensing via Pyxis
• Floating required, with priority given to travelers, to MedSurg, Brendan House (LTAC/Nursing Home), Behavioral Health, and ICU for IMC‑level patients, with orientation provided for unfamiliar units
• Primary care nursing model with no techs or CNAs on the unit
• Charge RN carries a 1-patient assignment
• HUC available 24/7 and also acts as monitor tech
• Hospitalist coverage 4/7 and RT coverage 24/7
• Cardiology on call 24/7
• PT, OT, and ST available on days only
• Phlebotomy available for peripheral draws
• Orientation includes NEO with clinical educator for policies, equipment, and login setup competencies
• Basic Cardiac Rhythm test administered on-site with clinical educator
• Holiday coverage required for 2 out of 3 holidays, if applicable
• RTO up to 7 days can be approved; requests beyond that or around holidays require manager approval
• Scrub color: navy blue
• No nail polish or artificial nails permitted
• Free parking available in a lot, with shuttle service
• First-time travelers will be considered if strong candidates
• Flexibility required due to block scheduling with occasional back-to-back weekends

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