Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

American Traveler; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Pay

Bonuses

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll

Free CEUs

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position. The role requires 2 years of telemetry experience and a PA or compact RN license, with BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications.

The position involves night shifts (3x12 or 4x12) and hospital-wide floating within a 10-mile radius. Candidates should be willing to travel and have strong cardiac rhythm interpretation skills.

Qualifications

• Active PA or Compact RN license required.
• Current BLS, ACLS, NIHSS certifications.
• Minimum 2 years PCU/telemetry nursing experience.
• Teaching hospital experience preferred.
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring and rhythm interpretation.
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP and chest tubes.
• IV therapy and line management proficiency.
• Experience with cardiac drips and heparin protocols.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to cardiac telemetry and stepdown patients.
• Work in the PCU of a hospital setting.
• Maintain patient ratios of 4-5:1 up to 6:1.
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM–7:30 AM (3x12 or 4x12).
• Cerner charting system experience preferred.
• Floating within hospital and to sister facilities within a 10-mile radius.
• Willing to work every other holiday.
• Travelers welcome to apply.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

Cardiac monitoring

ACLS

BLS

NIHSS

Pacemaker management

Education

RN license (PA/Compact)

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Tools

Cerner

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring 2 years of telemetry experience and a PA or compact RN license.

Requirements

• Active PA or Compact RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA certifications only)
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU/telemetry nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, HFNC, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy care
• Proficient in IV therapy, central/PICC/peripheral line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with cardiac drips (titration preferred), heparin protocols, PCA, and thrombolytic agents
• Knowledge of wound care/wound vac, IV insulin protocols, and pacemaker management
• SSN, DOB, valid driver's license, and RTO details required for consideration

Responsibilities

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a hospital setting
• Cardiac telemetry and stepdown patient population including CVA, seizure disorders, substance withdrawal, and renal/GU cases
• Patient ratios range from 4-5:1 up to 6:1
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 or 4x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:30 AM)
• Cerner charting system experience preferred
• Floating required within the hospital and to sister facilities within a 10-mile radius if needed
• Provide direct nursing care to cardiac telemetry and stepdown patients, including monitoring, medication administration, and emergency response
• Candidates must be willing to work every other holiday
• Must reside over 50 miles from the facility based on driver's license address
• Local candidates are not accepted for this position
• Two supervisor references preferred
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Former permanent employees must have been separated for at least 2 years before applying through an agency
• Travelers who complete a cumulative year of assignments within the health system must take a two-year break before returning
• Travel pairs may be accepted based on facility need, though matching schedules cannot be guaranteed

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs