PCU (Cardiac Progressive Care) Registered Nurse
Indianapolis, IN
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

Registered Nurse - PCU

Job Details:

• Work in a progressive care unit focusing on cardiovascular patients
• 1:5 patient ratio on days, nights, and weekends
• Must be flexible with weekend requirements - able to work 50% of weekends in contract
• 36 hours of orientation provided
• Floating required to different levels of care (Med-Surg, PCU, ICU) within hospital or affiliate hospitals
• May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities with training and resources provided
• Must agree to possibility of precepting and/or having students shadow during assignment
• Required certifications: BCLS, ACLS preferred
• Required skills: Cardiac PCU, drips, post cath lab, IV starts, sheath pulls
• Preferred skills: Conscious sedation and telemetry
• 2 years of nursing experience required
• Trauma Level I experience required
• First time travelers accepted
• Care for patients with congestive heart failure, post-MI, pulmonary hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias, COPD, and other cardiovascular conditions
• Handle post-cath lab procedures, pre-LVAD placements, heart/lung transplants, and pre-valve replacements
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Call-in policy requires makeup shifts or extension of contract

Facility:

This major academic medical center serves as a teaching facility and regional referral center, providing comprehensive cardiovascular care through its progressive care unit. The facility maintains a 28-bed unit with a daily census of 27 patients and offers extensive interdisciplinary support including IV teams, physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretaries. The organization is committed to advanced cardiac care and provides resources for complex procedures and patient management.

Location:

Indianapolis, IN

Indianapolis offers the perfect blend of big-city amenities and Midwest charm, featuring a vibrant downtown area, excellent dining and entertainment options, and numerous cultural attractions including world-class museums and sporting venues. The city provides affordable living costs and a thriving healthcare community, making it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking career growth and quality of life.