PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse
Baltimore, MD
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring strong telemetry skills, night shifts, and a current MD or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with stepdown level care
• Patient population includes those requiring intermediate cardiac monitoring and care
• Night shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts weekly from 19:00 to 07:30
• Required to float to IMC, Medical-Surgical, and Telemetry units as needed
• Every third weekend coverage is required
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Return staff must have a one-year separation from prior MedStar employment
• No time off is allowed during the first two weeks of the assignment and no more than 7 days of RTO permitted in a 13-week contract
• Facility requires the completion of orientation modules within one week of contract signing
• All required labs and appointments must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing
• Team support includes floating with priority assignments for travelers
• Night shift nurses are expected to work every third weekend

Requirements

• Active MD or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Minimum of 2 years recent PCU, stepdown, IMC, Tele, or Cardiac Tele experience required
• Successful completion of the Relias EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with at least 80% overall and 100% on lethal rhythms is required
• Driver’s license must match address for local status determination (locals within 60 miles accepted at a lower rate)
• 2 professional supervisor references from within the past 2 years required

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