Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Hilo, HI
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Shift Information

This position requires 12-hour night shifts, from 1845 to 0715, with a scheduled commitment of 36 hours per week following the first week of orientation. Please note that there is no guarantee of hours.

Minimum Experience

A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience is required.

Certifications and Requirements

• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) Certification
• Hawaii nursing license is required upon acceptance of the offer
• Documentation of immunity is required; medical and religious exemption requests will not be accepted

Job Description

The Registered Nurse will be responsible for floating between various medical and surgical units, adapting to the needs of each department as required. As part of this role, the nurse will utilize the following equipment:

• Meditech EMR
• Pyxis
• Wound vac
• Chest tubes

Unit Information

The RN will primarily work within the following units:

• Medical Unit
• Laulima Unit (Surgical Acute)
• Cardiovascular Unit (on rare occasions)

The bed capacity for each unit is as follows:

• Medical Unit: 77 beds
• Laulima Unit: 18 beds
• Cardiovascular Unit: 15 beds

Nurse to Patient Ratios

The nurse-to-patient ratios are as follows:

• Medical Unit: 1:6 for days and evenings, 1:8 for nights
• Laulima Unit: 1:6
• Cardiovascular Unit: 1:4

Please note that ratios may vary due to unexpected leaves.

Dress Code

Professional nursing attire consisting of clean scrubs is required.

Orientation and Training

Comprehensive orientation will be provided for each unit to ensure that staff are equipped for a seamless transition into their roles.

Holiday Coverage

Holiday coverage is required.