Progressive Care Unit RN
Great Falls, MT
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs
$1,873/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Life insurance
Qualifications
- Resume
- Registered Nurse (1 year)
- 1 Year Unit Experience Within the Last 3 Years
Description
Progressive Care Unit RN
Location: Great Falls, Montana
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day
Hours per Week: 36
Job Summary
Provide nursing care to hemodynamically stable or predictably unstable patients on a medical/surgical progressive care unit (step-down), who do not require ICU transfer. Patient populations include post-op surgical patients, pre/post PCI care, pacemaker placement, revascularization, carotid endarterectomy (non-titratable drips), thoracotomy, CHF, COPD, DKA, renal failure, DVT, PE, sepsis, and various surgical cases.
Care involves physical, emotional, spiritual, and cultural support, skilled assessment, and intervention for potential deterioration. Operate advanced medical equipment and manage patients with central lines, chest tubes, nasogastric tubes, continuous bladder irrigation, multiple IVs, and long-term stable ventilation support including CPAP or BiPAP oxygen support.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective patient care and outcomes. Act as a clinical leader, assist with precepting staff, and provide direct care from admission through discharge, including discharge planning. May provide guidance to RN, LPN, CNA, housekeeping, and dietary staff.
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Montana
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit (3 years of experience)
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
Employer
Travel Nurses, Inc.
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Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.
At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.
We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.
Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.
About Great Falls, MT
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Great Falls, MT here's what you should know:- Great Falls has a cost of living index lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 85°F, while winter lows can drop to around 15°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Great Falls, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's size and demand.
- Great Falls is car-friendly with minimal traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is predominantly Caucasian with a growing Native American presence.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant portion being middle-aged.
- Common health issues include heart disease and diabetes.
- Great Falls has a community of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities.
- Great Falls offers a variety of restaurants, especially known for local steakhouses.
- There are art galleries, live music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, fishing, and boating along the Missouri River.
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