Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Wheeling, WV
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2438.68

Opportunity:

RN - IMU (Intermediate Care Unit)

Job Details:

• 12-hour day shifts running from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM; must be on the unit and ready to go by 6:45 AM/PM
• Weekends as scheduled; Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are all considered weekend shifts
• Day shift requires working 4 weekend day shifts per 4-week schedule; anyone working straight days must also work a minimum of 3 night shifts per 4-week schedule
• Self-scheduling is allowed as long as the needs of the unit are met; staff are allowed 4 requested days off per month
• Goal patient ratio is 1:4, though ratios are typically 1:5 and occasionally may be 1:6
• All staff are required to float as needed into Telemetry or Med/Surg units with ratios up to 1:6, and possibly 1:7 in Med/Surg (not common)
• Charge nurses take a full patient assignment on both day and night shifts
• RNs must be able to read and interpret their own telemetry strips independently; Tele Techs are available but RNs are responsible for their own strips
• RNs must be able to titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetalol, Nitro, Heparin, and occasionally Lasix
• All respiratory equipment including AirVo high flow and Respironics BiPAP is managed by Respiratory Therapy
• IV team is in-house 24/7 and handles all IV starts; PICC/Midline team also available
• Charting system: EPIC; Medication dispensing via Pyxis; Telemetry monitors: Nihon Kohden
• Common diagnoses include chest pain, rule-out MI, CHF, arrhythmias, post pacer, pre/post cath procedures (manage radial bands and remove but do not pull sheaths), groin checks, and patients on Tikosyn therapy
• Scrub color requirement: Navy blue top and bottom with navy scrub jacket; no hoodies
• BSN not required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Strict attendance policy in place; 2 occurrences including tardies or call-offs will result in termination; any absence must be reported more than 2 hours prior to shift
• A copy of candidate's unexpired driver's license must be submitted; 50-mile radius rule applies
• Any licensing hits must be disclosed at time of submission

Facility:

This acute care facility features a 30-bed Intermediate Care Unit with a mix of private and semi-private rooms, designed to manage patients requiring intermediate-level acuity. The facility maintains robust 24/7 support services including hospitalist and intensivist coverage, in-house respiratory therapy, pharmacy with Pyxis dispensing, and a dedicated IV and PICC/Midline team. The unit is equipped with Nihon Kohden telemetry monitoring and utilizes EPIC as its charting system, ensuring comprehensive and modern care delivery.

Location:

Location details were not provided in the job description. Please consult the recruiter for specific city and state information regarding this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.