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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring at least 2 years of recent PCU experience and proficiency in cardiac monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Work in a surgical Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with near-ICU level acuity
• Patient population includes ENT, thoracic, general surgical, urologic, and medical overflow cases
• Typical patient ratios are 1:3-4
• Cardiac monitoring and management of complex surgical patients required
• Use of Cerner EMR system is required
• Day shift position with 3x12 hour shifts from 7:00 to 19:30
• Weekend work required every other weekend with possible consecutive weekends based on unit needs
• Floating required to Med-Surg, PCU, ICU, and affiliate hospitals as needed
• May be required to provide charge coverage based on operational needs with available training and resources
• Expected to precept or be assigned students to shadow during assignment
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Absences may require shifts to be made up during the contract or added to the end of the assignment
• Must be willing to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Perm or PRN employees must be separated from employment for 12 months to be eligible
• Refusal to float may result in termination of contract
• Up to 5 days of requested time off can be auto-approved

Requirements

• Active IN or compact RN license in hand
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA or RQI accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU experience required
• Cardiac monitoring proficiency, including management of chest tubes, fresh trachs, feeding tubes, post-op patients, epidurals, non-titratable cardiac drips, IV insulin protocols and titration, external BiPAP/CPAP, total laryngectomy, and Doppler flap checks
• Proficient with Cerner charting system
• Must have graduated from an ACEN or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Not accepting local candidates for PCU positions

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