Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Burlington, NC
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Nights

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse will work on a Cardiac Medical Progressive Care Unit, providing care for patients with a variety of cardiac and respiratory conditions. The role is focused on delivering high-quality nursing services in a dynamic environment, ensuring the well-being of patients through comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and treatment interventions.

Schedule

This position involves a night shift schedule of 3x12 hours, from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with weekend rotations and holidays as needed. Staff will utilize a self-assisted scheduling system through Optilink, with assignments based on departmental needs and patient care intensity.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to cardiac patients, including those with Congestive Heart Failure, Acute Coronary Syndrome, arrhythmias, and pre/post cardiac catheterization.
• Monitor and manage telemetry and dysrhythmias, including the use of cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration).
• Administer procedural sedation and manage external CPAP/BIPAP and tracheostomy care.
• Perform pre and post-operative care for cardiac catheterization and manage complications such as pneumothorax and chest tubes.
• Collaborate with Rapid Response Teams and ensure patient safety through effective monitoring and intervention.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a Cardiac PCU or similar environment is required.
• Previous Charge Nurse experience is preferred.
• Valid BLS and ACLS certifications are required; NIH certification is preferred.
• Familiarity with EPIC electronic health record system is an asset.
• Ability to work collaboratively with nurse assistants and support staff.

Skills Required

• Interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Telemetry monitoring
• PICC line management
• Administration and management of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Chest tube management (Emerson and Pleur-evac)
• External CPAP BIPAP and tracheostomy management

Work Environment

The unit consists of 30 private beds and provides 24/7 care, with rooms remotely monitored by a Centralized Cardiac Monitoring Department. The focus is primarily on cardiac patients, with a secondary emphasis on addressing respiratory issues such as COPD and pneumonia.