Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
Albuquerque, NM
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift PCU position requiring a NM or compact RN license, recent telemetry/progressive care experience, and travel assignment history.

Responsibilities

• Work in a progressive care unit (PCU) with over 18 beds in a hospital setting
• Patient population consists of medically complex, long-term stay patients at the Med/Surg level awaiting community placement
• No direct escalation path to ICU; strong assessment and de-escalation skills required
• 12-hour night shifts, 0.9 FTE with weekends and on-call required as needed
• Floating to other departments or local locations within 20 miles is mandatory
• Epic EMR is used and experience is preferred
• Primary duties include providing direct patient care using the nursing process, administering medications, and documenting according to protocols
• PCU nurses are responsible for assessing and intervening with deteriorating patients due to absence of immediate ICU escalation
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and provide education to patients and families
• May supervise LPNs and assistive personnel as needed
• Charge nurse experience is preferred but not required
• Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia test is administered on first day during orientation; failure to pass leads to contract cancellation
• First-time travelers will not be accepted due to travel assignment requirement
• Scrub color or dress code requirements not specified

Requirements

• Active RN license for New Mexico or compact state required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications from AHA, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross
• Minimum of two years current experience in a telemetry or progressive care unit with 18 or more beds
• Successful completion of at least one 13-week travel assignment required
• Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required
• Must pass a Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test on site during orientation; one retake allowed, failure will result in dismissal
• NIHSS certification preferred
• No local candidates; must reside at least 50 miles from facility
• Returning perm staff must wait one year before being considered as a traveler

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