Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Dayton, OH
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse - PCU (Travel/Contract)

Location: Dayton, Ohio
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Overview

• Targeted patient ratios: typically 1:4, can be up to 1:5-6
• Shift options: 36 or 48 hours per week
• Overtime paid after 48 hours on 48-hour contracts
• Floating required: may float within specialty clusters and to nearby campuses (within ~15 miles)
• Must be available to work every other weekend and holidays
• Employer reserves the right to cancel shifts or contract with notice
• Travel experience preferred but not required

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 1.5 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) nursing experience, with PCU experience within the last year
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system
• Experience with stable chronic ventilators preferred
• Must pass an online EKG tele competency assessment before starting
• ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• National Tech Certification Verification

Required Licenses & Certifications

• Current Ohio RN license (primary source verification required)
• ACLS issued by American Heart Association
• BLS issued by American Heart Association
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC, EFM) but not specified as mandatory for this role

Competency & Testing Requirements

• Dysrhythmia/EKG Competency Exam required within 1 year prior to start or must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing (3 attempts max to pass)
• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam required within 2 years of start
• Unit-specific competency exams required within 2 years prior to start

Health & Background Requirements

• Physical exam within 2 years, indicating fitness to work and free of communicable diseases
• Negative TB test or chest x-ray (with annual questionnaire if past positive)
• Required immunizations or proof of immunity: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B (vaccination series, titer, or declination)
• Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• Drug screening: negative 9 or 10 panel drug screen within 12 months prior to documentation due date, including marijuana panel
• Respiratory safety clearance required within 1 year of start and renewed annually
• Background checks including 7-year criminal history, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG required
• Fingerprinting not required unless working in specific units (not applicable here)

Documentation & Onboarding

• Must submit I-9, government-issued photo ID, and E-Verify attestation prior to start
• Must complete medical questionnaire for respiratory protection prior to orientation
• Required to provide 2 professional references from within 2 years (one must be a manager/supervisor/charge nurse) or employment verification if references unavailable
• Current resume/application required
• Skills checklist updated within 1 year prior to documentation due date

Additional Notes

• Traveler will be first to float as needed
• Travel experience preferred but not mandatory
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with variable patient ratios
• Not eligible for employee incentives of the employer

This position is ideal for a Registered Nurse with acute care experience, EPIC proficiency, and comfort with ventilator patients, seeking a travel contract in Ohio.