PCU / IMCU RN
Exeter, NH
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring 2+ years of experience and a NH or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/IMCU at a Level 3 trauma center
• Patient population includes primary medical cases, respiratory failure, infections, CHF, and arrhythmias
• 1:4 patient ratio on an 8-bed unit
• 12-hour night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• Schedule is set every 6 weeks with no self-scheduling
• No floating or charge nurse responsibilities required
• Uses specialized equipment including chest tubes, epidurals, CAPD, NICO (Cheetah), and radial/femoral compression devices
• IV pumps by ICU Medical, Hi Flow by Vapotherm, Bipap by Philips, and cardiac monitors by Philips
• Performs infusions and titrations for medications such as amiodarone, Cardizem, and Lasix
• Performs and reads EKGs, phlebotomy, IV starts, and central line care, maintenance, and removal
• Assists with bedside procedures including chest tube and central line placement

Requirements

• Active NH or compact RN license required in hand
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• BLS certification (AHA) required
• BSN preferred
• PCCN certification preferred
• Must be competent in high flow and BiPap respiratory equipment
• Must be separated from Beth Israel Lahey Health facilities for 6+ months to be eligible
• COVID vaccine plus booster and flu vaccine required, with medical exemptions allowed
• Pass/fail Tele/ECG and medication testing required

Additional Information

• Assess, evaluate, and provide PCU-level care to patients with complex medical needs
• Local candidates within 50 miles of the facility are not accepted
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for consideration
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position
• Previous Beth Israel Lahey Health employees (travel, perm, or per diem) must have a 6-month break before returning
• RTO must be disclosed prior to consideration
• Interview will be conducted directly with the hiring manager
• Interview availability must be provided in advance