Progressive Care Unit RN
New York, NY
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care/Telemetry Unit night shift position in New York, requiring a valid NY RN license and at least two years of recent experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a progressive care (PCU) and telemetry unit with acute inpatient cases, including transplant, oncology, surgical, rehab, GI/GU, and neurology populations
• Adult patient population with a typical nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5
• 12-week contract with 4x12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Weekend shifts are required every other weekend
• Floating is required within acute inpatient and may include care for ED boarders
• Uses EPIC EMR for documentation and Omnicell for medication management
• Specialized equipment includes Alaris pumps, Kangaroo pumps, Stryker beds, Posey alarms, and glucometers
• Primary responsibilities include telemetry monitoring, cardiac monitoring, administering cardiac drips (no titration), and IV therapy
• Support available from IV, pharmacy, rapid response, physical therapy, respiratory, and social services teams
• Orientation includes one shift in skills lab and one shift on unit
• Green scrubs must be worn
• No RTO allowed within the first 2 weeks; a maximum of 5 days RTO allowed during the assignment
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Return staff must be gone at least one year before returning as a traveler
• Parking provided at no cost in the employee garage

Requirements

• Active NY RN license required at the time of application
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience (first-time travelers must have 2+ years)
• Experience with telemetry and MS/Tele units required; ER holding preferred
• Experience interpreting and managing dysrhythmias is required
• Proficiency in central and peripheral line care and blood product administration
• Ability to perform respiratory interventions including nasal cannula, oxygen, and non-invasive airway management
• Must pass EKG exam upon arrival
• Experience with Epic preferred but not required
• COVID vaccine required without exception

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