Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Indianapolis, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a skilled RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring at least two years of experience and current BLS/ACLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital-based, mixed model PCU/MedSurg unit with 32 beds including 15 PCU and 17 MedSurg beds
• Patient population includes cardio-pulmonary cases, cardiac medical, valve replacement, COPD, CHF, pulmonary fibrosis, lung cancer, lung transplant, trach-to-vent, neurodegenerative diseases requiring trach-to-vent, trauma with cervical spinal fractures, and infectious diseases such as flu, TB, and COVID-19
• Day shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts, 7:00 to 19:30
• Staff assignments are typically 1:4 for PCU and 1:5-6 for MedSurg patients; some mixed assignments may occur with 4-5 patients
• Floating may be required to Med-Surg, PCU, ICU, or nearby affiliate hospitals
• Charge nurse responsibilities may be assigned as needed with training and resources provided
• Required to work every other weekend; consecutive weekends may be necessary based on operational needs
• Cerner EMR is used; experience required
• Responsibilities include providing advanced care to cardio-pulmonary and mixed patient populations in a fast-paced environment
• Travelers at this teaching hospital may be required to precept or be assigned students to shadow them
• Training and support resources provided for floating and charge nurse assignments
• First-time travelers are welcome
• Work environment emphasizes pulmonary care and trauma support
• Must be willing to work at least 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Up to 5 days of requested time off may be auto-approved
• Scrub or dress code details will be provided upon hire

Requirements

• Active IN or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications accepted from AHA or RQI
• Minimum of 18 months to 2 years recent RN experience required
• Candidates with MedSurg RN background and at least two years ICU and PCU experience will be considered
• Degree must be from a university accredited by ACEN or CCNE
• Cerner charting experience is required
• COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory, with exemptions accepted for documented medical or religious reasons
• Former IU perm or PRN employees must have a 12-month separation before travel consideration
• Local candidates not accepted for this position

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