Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care
Sumter, SC
Wellspring Nurse Source
3x12 hrs, Days

We are seeking a skilled Registered Nurse for the Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) with a focus on adult patient care. The ideal candidate will have experience in neuro stepdown and cardiac telemetry, demonstrating proficiency in a variety of advanced nursing skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a 24-bed IMC unit, managing a patient ratio of 1:4-5.
• Conduct IV starts, port access, PICC line care, central and peripheral line maintenance, and blood product administration.
• Administer respiratory care, including tracheostomy management and oxygen delivery via various methods.
• Manage chest tubes and interpret arterial blood gases.
• Handle gastrointestinal care, specifically feeding tube management.
• Administer medications, including PCA, procedural sedation, heparin protocols, and cardiac/vasoactive drips (excluding titration).
• Monitor and care for patients with cardiovascular conditions, post-myocardial infarction, and those undergoing cardiac catheterization and angiograms.
• Demonstrate knowledge in dysrhythmia management and telemetry monitoring.
• Provide additional care including wound care, isolation precautions, and renal failure management. Engage in rapid response team activities as necessary.
• Participate in floating to other qualified units as required, while efforts are made to keep staff within their home unit.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience in a relevant setting.
• Active SC or multistate nursing license is required.
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS are mandatory.
• 1 year of experience with EPIC charting is required.
• Proficient in advanced clinical skills, including but not limited to IV starts, respiratory care, and medication administration.

Work Schedule

This position requires availability for every other weekend, with no block scheduling options. The facility can call off one shift every two weeks if necessary.

Additional Information

The role will involve engagement in a comprehensive range of adult care, emphasizing a thorough knowledge of the nursing processes, quality patient care, and teamwork within a dynamic healthcare environment.