PCU Progressive Care Unit RN
Anderson, IN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Progressive Care/Step-Down Unit position requiring telemetry experience and at least 2 years of relevant clinical experience.

Details

• Work in a 26-bed Progressive Care Unit serving cardiac, neuro/stroke, dialysis, post-operative, respiratory, and general medical surgical overflow patients
• Provide direct care for medically complex patients requiring telemetry and frequent monitoring
• Manage patients with telemetry monitoring, IV drips, central lines, PICC lines, oxygen therapy, and CPAP/BiPAP as appropriate
• Night shift schedule from 18:00-06:30
• 13-week assignment length
• May float to other med/surg units

Requirements

• Active RN license (IN or compact) currently in hand
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications through AHA
• Minimum 2 years of relevant nursing experience required
• Nursys verification required within 30 days prior to start
• Current license and primary source verification required within 30 days prior to start
• Documentation required: full SS# and DOB, 2 separate references, copy of driver's license, skills checklist, and copies of certifications

Additional Information

• Perform comprehensive assessments including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and hemodynamic status
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and lab results, notifying providers of changes in patient condition
• Administer medications safely, including IV medications, per physician orders and hospital policy
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, case management, and other disciplines
• Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the EMR
• Recognize signs of patient deterioration and escalate care or activate rapid response as needed
• Adhere to infection prevention, fall precautions, and patient safety protocols
• Radius rule applies, allowing local candidates consideration at a reduced rate depending on distance from facility
• Accepts local candidates