IMC/PCU Registered Nurse
Leonardtown, MD
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: IMC Registered Nurse

Location: Leonardtown, Maryland
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (18:45 - 07:15)
• Weekly hours: 36
• Unit: Intermediate Care (IMC) / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown
• Patient ratio: 1:5 or 1:6
• Weekend coverage: Every other weekend required; schedule directed by unit operational needs
• Float requirement: Must float to Telemetry and/or Medical-Surgical units as needed

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland
• Minimum 2 years of Intermediate Care experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC)

Experience & Other Requirements

• First-time travelers accepted (prior travel experience NOT required)
• Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years
• Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information
• Skills checklist required prior to start and updated annually

Compliance & Background Checks

• Criminal background check within 90 days of start, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Monthly EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks prior to and during employment
• Education verification for highest degree required by position
• I9/E-Verify attestation required for all candidates

Certifications & Training

• Annual completion of facility-specific modules prior to start
• Annual orientation safety manual acknowledgement
• Other certifications as required by unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC) if applicable to unit assignment

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Documentation of immunity or vaccination for:

  • Measles (Rubeola), Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Varicella (2 vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B (titer, series, or signed declination)
  • Tdap vaccine within last 10 years preferred
• N95 fit test within 9 months of start, updated annually (client may complete onsite if needed)

Additional Notes

• Locals within 60 miles may be eligible for different rates (not included here)
• Unit may assign weekend coverage and float duties based on operational needs

This position offers a structured night shift schedule in a progressive care setting, requiring strong critical care skills and competency in cardiac rhythm interpretation. It is suitable for RNs with at least 2 years of relevant experience, including those new to travel nursing.