Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Marshfield, WI
Wellspring Nurse Source
4x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg/IMC/Tele

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care in a stepdown unit. This position requires a strong background in cardiac care, effective communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients with a focus on cardiac conditions including pre/post procedures and general medical diagnoses.
• Administer medications and manage intravenous (IV) therapy, including titration of drips such as insulin, heparin, nitro, diltiazem, and Lasix.
• Monitor patient conditions and vital signs, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to provide quality care and address patient needs.
• Participate in patient education and support to enhance recovery and overall health outcomes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience, specifically in Telemetry, Intermediate Care, or Stepdown nursing.
• Required certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS).
• Experience in managing and titrating cardiac drips is essential.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a strong work ethic.
• Preferred experience in travel nursing.

Unit Details

• Total beds: 28
• Average nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5 during the day and evening shifts, and up to 1:7 during night shifts.
• Common patient diagnoses include cardiovascular issues, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes, and various medical complications.
• Work closely with Nurse Aides, Respiratory Therapists, and other support staff to enhance patient care.

Work Schedule

Shifts are 12 hours in length, covering various times, including day and night shifts. Staff are expected to work every other weekend and holiday. There may be opportunities for flexible scheduling, but self-scheduling is not guaranteed. Floating to other medical/surgical units may be required based on patient care needs.

Dress Code

Professional attire is required. Staff may wear any color scrubs, provided they are clean and appropriate for the setting.

Orientation

New hires will undergo a comprehensive orientation consisting of one day off the unit and one 12-hour shift on the unit to ensure familiarity with protocols and procedures.