Progressive Care Unit RN
Albuquerque, NM
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PCU RN with at least two years of recent telemetry/progressive care unit experience and a NM or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Position is in a hospital progressive care unit (PCU) with an 18-plus bed telemetry environment
• Day shift position with 12-hour shifts from 07:00 to 19:00, three shifts per week
• Care for adult patients requiring telemetry monitoring in a fast-paced setting
• Floating to other departments or locations within 20 miles is required
• Epic EMR used; experience is preferred
• Provide safe, effective, and patient-centered care using the nursing process
• Directly assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, collaborating with patients, families, and the healthcare team
• Responsible for clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel
• Floating between departments and within a 20-mile radius required to meet staffing needs
• Holiday coverage may be required according to hospital policy
• Must wait one year after prior permanent employment in this health system to be considered as a traveler
• First day includes orientation and mandatory BCA testing
• Dress code and additional facility-specific details provided upon assignment
• No local candidates; must live more than 50 miles from the facility

Requirements

• Active NM or compact state RN license required
• Minimum of two years current experience in a telemetry/progressive care unit with at least 18 beds
• Must have completed at least one prior 13-week travel assignment
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required, both must be from the American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross
• Must successfully pass onsite Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test during orientation (one retake allowed if failed initially); failure to pass will result in termination
• English language proficiency required (speak, read, write)
• NIHSS certification preferred

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