Cardiac Progressive Care Unit RN
Burlington, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position requiring cardiac PCU experience and a NC or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 30-bed Cardiac Medical Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within a hospital setting
• Care for cardiac patients including those with congestive heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, arrhythmias, and pre/post cardiac catheterization, as well as respiratory cases like COPD and pneumonia
• Patient ratios are typically 1:5, with ratios of 1:4 for patients requiring drips or BIPAP
• Shift is 3x12 hour nights, 7:00 pm to 7:00 am, with weekend and holiday rotation as needed
• Self-assisted scheduling through Optilink with adjustments based on departmental need
• Unit uses Epic EMR; experience required
• Unit staffed with Nurse Assistants 24/7 and an RN secretary from 7 am to 11 pm
• Rooms are remotely monitored by a Centralized Cardiac Monitoring Department
• Responsibilities include managing complex cardiac and respiratory conditions in a progressive care setting
• Involvement with rapid response teams is preferred
• Previous charge RN experience is preferred
• No local candidates accepted; only those living at least 50 miles away are eligible
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Holiday coverage is required as needed
• Study materials will not be provided for the EKG exam; candidates must prepare in advance

Requirements

• Active RN license in NC or a compact state
• Minimum of 2 years' recent RN experience required
• Cardiac PCU experience required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS certification preferred
• Experience with EPIC EMR is mandatory
• Ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias, provide telemetry monitoring, pre/post cardiac cath care, peripheral and PICC line management, manage cardiac and vasoactive drips (including titration), perform procedural sedation, and manage chest tubes, CPAP/BIPAP, and tracheostomies
• Must pass a mandatory EKG exam during compliance (two attempts allowed)
• Candidates must live at least 50 miles away from the facility

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