Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Winston-Salem, NC
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring strong drip and telemetry experience and an active NC or compact RN license.

Responsibilities

• Work in a hospital-based Progressive Care Unit (PCU) that functions similarly to an ICU
• Patient population includes adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients with complex conditions such as respiratory distress, unstable hemodynamics, withdrawal, GI bleeds, and surgical cases
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:3-4
• Unit has 20 beds with an average daily census of 18
• Specialized procedures include titrating vasoactive drips and management of arterial lines
• Common drips used include Cardizem, Nitro, Precedex, Cardene, Levophed, Dopamine, Dobutamine, and Neo
• Uses bedside telemetry monitors with remote backup; no ventilators on the unit
• Equipment includes A-lines, BIPAP, chest tubes, and tracheostomy supplies
• EMR is Epic; medication management system is Pyxis
• Night shift position with 3x12 hour shifts, 18:45–7:15
• Weekend shifts are required every other weekend
• Floating required to sister ICCU unit as needed
• No block scheduling is permitted
• Responsible for comprehensive care of high-acuity stepdown patients including rapid response and post-op surgical cases
• Unit handles only one pressor drip per patient; patients requiring more are transferred to ICU
• Nurses are required to adhere to strict isolation precautions and advanced nursing protocols
• Hospital orientation is provided during the first week and attendance at daily classes is required
• Navy, white, or a combination of navy and white scrubs are required
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Maximum of 7 days of requested time off (RTO) permitted; RTO after booking is not allowed
• No block scheduling available

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU, DOU, IMC, or stepdown nursing experience
• Must have experience with arterial lines, titrating vasoactive drips, and management of dysrhythmias
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Experience with telemetry, rapid response teams, IV insulin protocols, blood product administration, central and peripheral line management, PICC line management, heparin protocols, conscious sedation, CVA, and various airway management approaches
• Ability to recognize and treat dysrhythmias is essential
• Must pass EKG testing prior to starting the assignment
• Epic EMR experience 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