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

Job Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PCU RN for a telemetry/progressive care unit assignment requiring a NM or compact RN license and BLS/ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Work in a progressive care/telemetry unit with more than 18 beds
• Cares for adult patients requiring intermediate level monitoring
• 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am, three days per week
• Floating between departments or local locations within 20 miles is required
• Epic EMR is used and Epic experience is preferred
• Responsibilities include providing direct patient care, collaborating with healthcare teams, administering medications, and supervising LPNs or assistive personnel
• A fast-paced environment requiring strong teamwork and flexibility
• Candidates must wait one year after permanent employment at this facility to be reconsidered as a traveler
• 50-mile radius rule applies; local candidates are not accepted
• Passing the BCA test during orientation is required for assignment continuation

Requirements

• Active NM or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required from American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross
• Minimum two years of current experience in an 18+ bed telemetry/progressive care unit required
• Completion of a prior 13-week travel assignment required
• Successful completion of an onsite Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test on the first day is mandatory; one retest allowed
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) required
• NIH Stroke Scale (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