IMC/PCU RN
Leonardtown, MD
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse – IMC (Intermediate Care)

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

Job Details

• Shift: Day shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (06:45 AM – 07:15 PM)
• Unit: Intermediate Care (IMC) / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown
• Patient Ratio: 1:5 or 1:6 depending on unit
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend required; schedule based on operational needs
• Float Requirements: Must float to Telemetry and/or Medical-Surgical units as needed
• Patient Care: Bedside monitoring for up to 8 patients, including ultrasound IV, cardiac monitoring, and use of lift equipment
• Orientation: Weekly orientation available; ASAP start preferred
• Scrubs: Not provided; Caribbean blue scrubs recommended

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Maryland
• Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, with at least some experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Background Check: Criminal background check within 90 days, covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Drug Screen: Negative drug screen within 90 days of start (excluding marijuana)
• Health Requirements:

  • Annual physical exam confirming ability to work without accommodations and free from communicable disease
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year; annual TB questionnaire required
  • Immunizations or titers for Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Hepatitis B
  • Tdap vaccine within last 10 years preferred
  • Annual N95 fit test (client may complete onsite if needed)
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required during flu season
• References: Two positive supervisory references supporting at least 2 years of experience within the last 3 years
• Work History: Complete 7 years of work history with no gaps, including education, employment, license, and contact information
• Competency Exams: Medication/pharmacology competency exam and general competency exam with minimum passing score of 80% within 3 years of start

Additional Notes

• Valid driver’s license required if driving is an essential job function
• Must complete facility-specific orientation modules prior to start
• I-9 and E-Verify attestations required upon hire
• Photo for badge must meet specified criteria (clear, centered, no glare, solid background)
• Scrubs are not provided; bring Caribbean blue scrubs

This position offers an opportunity to work in a critical care stepdown environment with a supportive orientation and a defined schedule. Ideal for RNs with PCU/IMC experience seeking a travel contract in Maryland.