Transplant PCU Registered Nurse
Charleston, SC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PCU RN for a 13-week night shift assignment at a Level I Trauma and teaching facility, requiring 1+ year of recent experience and active SC or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work on the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within a hospital setting
• 13-week contract with 3x12 hour night shifts from 7:00pm to 7:30am
• Every other weekend and holiday coverage required
• Unit is a 22-bed intermediate PCU/medical-surgical unit caring for pre- and post-operative transplant, nephrology, and urology patients
• Typical night ratios are 1:3 or 1:4 depending on staffing
• Central monitoring system for step-down and separate system for telemetry beds with five beds equipped for close monitoring
• Floating within scope may be required to meet facility needs
• Uses Epic EMR for charting; Epic experience preferred
• Level I Trauma Center, Teaching Facility, Magnet Hospital
• Care for a diverse patient population including transplant, nephrology, and urology cases
• Scrub requirement: solid royal blue or white top with royal blue bottoms
• Pre-start modules required (approximately 4 hours, completed prior to start date)
• Team-based environment with support for both experienced nurses and first-time travelers
• Emergency response participation may be required during hurricane season (June through November)
• Block scheduling requests must be approved by management and are not guaranteed
• Time off (RTO) requests of 7 days or fewer approved for auto offer; requests exceeding 7 days or including holidays require facility approval

Requirements

• Active South Carolina or Compact RN license (must be issued and active before start)
• AHA certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of recent PCU experience required
• First-time travelers accepted
• Must provide Social Security Number and Driver’s License for consideration
• Radius requirement: candidates must live at least 60 miles from the facility to qualify for travel rates
• Previous permanent or PRN staff at the facility must be separated for at least 1 year to be eligible

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts