Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Seneca, SC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Progressive Care Unit (PCU) role with EPIC EMR experience and a South Carolina or compact license required.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 10-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU) specializing in step-down patients
• Cares for adult and geriatric patients, including those transferring from ICU
• Common cases include respiratory failure, sepsis, heart failure, DKA/HHS, alcohol withdrawal, and overdose
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3
• Night shifts (3x12 hours, 19:00-07:30) with every other weekend required
• Must be willing to float to other qualified units or campuses as needed
• EPIC EMR is used and 1 year of recent EPIC experience is required
• Responsibilities include monitoring, managing, and delivering progressive care for high-acuity step-down patients
• Team will include support from other nursing and interdisciplinary staff
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• All time off requests must be included at time of application and are subject to facility approval
• Applicants must reside more than 50 miles from the contracted campus to be eligible for travel consideration for night shifts; under 50 miles is ineligible
• Expectations include coverage for assigned holidays as required

Requirements

• Active SC or compact state RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 1 year recent PCU or progressive care experience
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Proficiency in IV therapy, phlebotomy, arterial and central line management, care of ventilated patients, and use of external CPAP/BiPAP
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, emergency response, dysrhythmia management, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Strong understanding of isolation precautions
• Floating only to areas where qualified and competent

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