Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Worcester, MA
Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,959/week
Posted 1 day ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Description


Position: Registered Nurse, Cardiac Progressive Care, Stepdown, IMCU

Location: Worcester, MA

Unit Details: This is a pre/post recovery unit for heart/vascular lab, cath lab, structural heart.

            High STEMI volume- will hold in cardiac short stay until bed available

Duration: 13 weeks

Start Date: 2-3 weeks from job offer

Hours: 36

Shifts: M-F only. 6a-6p or 6a-2:30p, or a combination of 8 & 12 hour shifts. (Traveler's choice). Day Shift 

Requirements: 2+ years of experience. First time travelers ok.

                        Certs: BLS, ACLS

Pay Rate: $2,945 /week

            *** Local pay also available

 

Paul Antkowiak

Amergis Healthcare Staffing 



The Progressive Care Unit RN, as a professional practitioner, assumes the responsibility and accountability for delivering patient care to telemetry/progressive care patients. The Progressive Care Unit RN demonstrates the ability to make clinical judgments in an effective and efficient manner with supervision. This individual employs critical thinking and performance ability in the coordinator of patient care, consistently performs according to nursing standards, and is accountable in managing patient care and assisting others in the management of patient care.  The Progressive Care Unit RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, cardiac stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and in some medical centers, the PCU is also known as a transition or intermedia unit. 

Minimum Requirements:

  • Current Registered Nurse License for the state in which the nurse practices
  • One year prior professional nursing experience preferred with one year progressive care unit experience preferred
  • Current CPR if applicable
  • TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable 
  • Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation) 
  • Must meet all federal, state and local requirements 
  • Must be at least 18 years of age 

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
  • Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
  • Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) savings plan
  • Awards and recognition programs 
*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. 
About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.  
Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Amergis Job ID #1083653. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Days Cardiac Progressive Care

Employer

Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.

About
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has connected the nation’s top talent to a variety of healthcare and educational partners since 1988. We achieved a pioneering certification with the Joint Commission in 2008 and have since evolved into one of the foremost staffing companies in the United States. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of professionals, across health systems, government facilities, or schools. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Our commitment to a higher standard of service has fueled our growth, solidifying our nationwide and local presence in healthcare and education.
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About Worcester, MA

As a Travel Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Nurse in Worcester, MA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Worcester, MA is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
  • However, wages generally match up with the cost of living, especially in healthcare professions like nursing.
Weather
  • Worcester experiences a range of weather throughout the year.
  • Summers have average highs around 80°F and lows around 60°F, while winters have average highs around 35°F and lows around 20°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Worcester, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of a healthcare marketplace.
Transportation
  • Worcester is fairly car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
  • Public transportation options include buses and commuter rail for easy access to nearby cities like Boston.
Demographics
  • Worcester is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
  • Common health issues include obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.
  • Worcester has a growing population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities and proximity to Boston.
Things to Do
  • Worcester offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, and live music venues.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local hockey and baseball games.
  • Outdoor activities include parks, hiking trails, and nearby lakes for water recreation.
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