Progressive Care Unit RN (Telemetry/Step-Down)
Opelika, AL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit night shift position requiring ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Position is in an acute care hospital setting on the Progressive Care Unit (stepdown)
• Unit has 27 beds with potential expansion, Nurse to patient ratios are 1:3 or 1:4 based on acuity
• Typical patient population includes adults with acute and chronic respiratory failure, cardiac conditions, neurological issues, and complex medical diagnoses
• All patients wear telemetry monitors (Phillips brand); central monitor techs monitor rhythms, but nurses are required to analyze and review strips during each shift
• Nurses are responsible for titrating drips with physician orders; common drips include Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Heparin, and more
• RT equipment includes ventilators via tracheostomy, BiPAP, CPAP, Vapotherm, high-flow nasal cannulas
• Cerner EMR is used on the unit
• 12-hour night shifts (7p-7a); every other weekend and rotating holiday coverage required
• Floating may be required to the Cardiac Thoracic Care Unit (stepdown from CVICU)
• No call required
• Responsible for monitoring telemetry, performing EKGs, assessing and documenting patients, and titrating drips as ordered
• Team supports include house supervisor, charge nurse, and multi-care technicians; charge nurse handles assignments and may take patients if needed
• Orientation consists of online learning modules, EKG exam, and unit competency training
• Scrub color required is ceil blue
• Self-scheduling is available, finalized schedules are posted two weeks in advance
• Major and minor holidays are covered on a rotating basis

Requirements

• Active AL or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 1 year of RN experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Stepdown or critical care experience preferred
• Experience with ventilators and BiPAP preferred
• Ability to titrate cardiac and other drips as required
• Must reside at least 100 miles from the facility to qualify
• Must complete unit-based orientation including EKG exam and online modules

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