PCU Registered Nurse
Augusta, GA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PCU/MS Telemetry position requiring a GA or compact RN license, with experience titrating cardiac drips and working night shifts.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital PCU and mixed MS/Telemetry setting caring for adolescents through geriatrics
• Night shift schedule is 3x12 hours, 19:00 to 7:30
• Patient assignments may include PCU, MS/Tele, or a mix based on patient acuity and staffing needs
• Patient ratio is 1:4-5, with a high staffing ratio
• Patient population includes neuro, respiratory, cardiac, and mixed medical cases
• Titrating cardiac drips required and telemetry monitoring is standard
• EMR systems used include Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR
• Floating required within the facility
• No on-call requirements
• Every other weekend work required
• Must wear navy blue scrubs
• No blocked scheduling is permitted
• Holiday coverage required: travelers must work assigned major holidays based on assignment period
• A maximum of 7 days RTO is allowed, with no RTO permitted during the first week or over Spring Break or Christmas
• Full compliance required prior to starting; non-compliance may delay start by two weeks
• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Travel pairs cannot be assigned the same shift on the same unit
• First-time travelers are accepted

Requirements

• Active GA or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 1 year recent RN experience
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Recent experience with titrating cardiac drips and telemetry required
• Familiarity with Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR preferred
• Must provide two supervisory references from a manager or above
• Perm/PRN staff must be away from all Piedmont facilities for 1 full year before returning 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