Step Down RN
Maryville, TN
Express Healthcare Staffing Travel
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) for an exciting 13-week travel assignment. The ideal candidate will have strong progressive care, step-down, or intermediate care nursing experience, excellent critical thinking skills, and the ability to provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced hospital environment.

This position offers a 5x8 day shift schedule, providing an excellent opportunity for experienced PCU Nurses looking to expand their clinical experience while enjoying the benefits of travel nursing.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care to patients requiring intermediate levels of monitoring and treatment.

Monitor and assess patients with complex medical conditions, including cardiac, respiratory, and postoperative complications.

Interpret cardiac rhythms and respond appropriately to changes in patient conditions.

Administer medications, IV fluids, and prescribed treatments according to facility protocols.

Manage patients requiring continuous telemetry monitoring and specialized nursing interventions.

Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Recognize early signs of patient deterioration and initiate appropriate interventions.

Assist with patient admissions, transfers, discharges, and education.

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records.

Follow infection prevention, patient safety, and evidence-based nursing practices.