Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Albany, GA
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2241.04

Opportunity:

RN - Stepdown

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour night shifts from 6:45 PM to 6:45 AM
• Every other weekend requirement
• Cancellation policy: 12 hours every 2 weeks
• 2 years of stepdown experience in an acute care setting required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS (AHA), NIHSS preferred
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 with nurse aide support at 1:10
• 44-bed unit with 8 semiprivate rooms (16 beds)
• Unit consists of cardiac stepdown: 4A focuses on cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgery; 4B focuses on smaller procedures, drips, and CHF patients
• Must read and interpret telemetry strips (Phillips)
• Manage drips including Cardizem (titrated), amiodarone, dobutamine, dopamine renal dose, Lasix, Bumex, heparin, Primacor, and Vaprisol
• Experience with BiPap, CPAP, Vapotherm, and high-flow oxygen required; no full vents
• Common diagnoses and patient types include post-op CABG, cardiovascular surgeries, fem pops, arteriograms, thoracotomy, VATS, EVAR, AAA repairs, carotid endarterectomies, stents, pacemakers, ablations, AICD, CHF, AFib with RVR, CABG with pacer wires, adenosine cardioversions, and chest tubes
• Ability to pull pacer wires preferred; orientation provided if unable
• Fast room turnover with average census of 32-38 patients; may discharge and admit 12-16 patients in a single shift on busy days
• May float to ICU; will take stepdown-level patients unless ICU experience is noted on contract
• 3-shift floor-specific orientation provided
• Hospitalist/intensivist in house 24/7; PICC team, RT 24/7, and pharmacy 24/7 available
• Charting system: MEDITECH
• Scrub color: Caribbean Blue
• Must be flexible to work holidays and days surrounding holidays
• Dress code: Natural colored hair required, no fake nails or shellac, no facial piercings, no visible tattoos
• Must reside more than 75 miles from the facility as verified by driver's license address

Facility:

This acute care facility operates a 44-bed cardiac stepdown unit providing comprehensive cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgical care. The unit is supported by around-the-clock hospitalist and intensivist coverage, a dedicated PICC team, 24/7 respiratory therapy, and 24/7 pharmacy services. The facility maintains a high standard of patient care with a strong focus on cardiovascular surgery recovery and cardiac disease management.

Location:

Albany, GA

Albany, Georgia offers a welcoming Southern community with a cost of living well below the national average, making it an excellent choice for healthcare professionals looking to maximize their earnings. The city's central location provides convenient access to Atlanta, Tallahassee, and nearby beaches, offering a variety of weekend getaway options for those who enjoy both city life and coastal retreats.

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.