Medical-Surgical/PCU Float RN
Bloomington, IN
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Medical Surgical float position, requiring PCU experience and team nursing skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in an acuity-adaptable Medical Surgical boarding unit within a hospital setting
• Patients may require MS, PCU, stepdown, or ICU level care, with ratios typically 1:5-6 depending on acuity and census
• Unit size varies, often 4 beds but may be flexed to 8-10 beds based on need
• Team nursing model is used, working collaboratively with LPNs and CNAs as staffing requires
• Requires floating to other inpatient PCU units and potentially other hospital or affiliate locations as needed
• Candidates must be comfortable with Cerner EMR, which is required
• Shift options include 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts, predominantly days, with every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Role requires flexibility and adaptability to care for patients across a range of acuity levels from MS to ICU
• Primary responsibilities include caring for boarded patients from the ED until discharge or transfer
• Must be comfortable working within a team nursing structure, delegating tasks as appropriate
• All travelers may float within the hospital or to affiliate hospitals as needed
• Candidates must work two out of three major holidays during the contract
• Up to five days of requested time off can be auto-approved
• Scrubs or dress code requirements were not specified

Requirements

• Active IN or compact RN license in hand prior to start
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications (AHA or RQI accepted)
• Minimum of 2 years recent Med/Surg and PCU experience required
• Experience using Cerner EMR required
• Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• First time travelers are eligible to apply
• Local candidates are not accepted for this position
• Previous permanent or PRN employees must wait 12 months before applying 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