Cardiac PCU RN (Telemetry)
El Paso, TX
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,480/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Job Opportunity: RN - PCU
Location: El Paso, Texas
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Night Shift)
Hours per Week: 36
Call Requirements: None
Weekends: Yes, 2 per pay period
Unit Overview
- Unit Type: Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (Telemetry)
- Number of Beds: 24
- Staffing (Night Shift): 1 Charge Nurse, 5 RNs, 2 Patient Care Technicians
- Patient Ratio: 1 RN to 5 patients
- Equipment: GE remote telemetry
- Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Meditech
- Permanent Positions Available: Yes
Required Certifications & Licenses
- Registered Nurse (RN) License (Texas)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- NIH Certification
Experience Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of experience as an RN in a specialty relevant to this role (Telemetry/Cardiac PCU)
Preferred Skills & Experience
- Leadership experience (Charge Nurse role)
- Critical care experience
- Monitor technician experience
- Competency in interpreting cardiac rhythms
Typical Procedures on Unit
- Care for post-cardiac cath lab patients (left/right heart caths, pacemakers, Watchman device, ablations)
- Stroke patient care
- COVID-19 patient care
Work Environment & Culture
- Team-oriented with a sense of urgency
- Adaptable to change and constructive feedback
- Comfortable working under a hands-on director
Dress Code
- Scrub Colors: Galaxy blue (Nurses), Hunter green (PCTs)
- Not acceptable: Hooded sweaters/jackets, full pull-over sweaters, fanny packs, Crocs shoes
Unit Policies
- Mandatory shift huddle at nurse’s station at shift start (06:45 or 18:45) — punctual attendance required
- Bedside shift report with patient communication board updates expected
Requirements/Qualifications
- Valid RN license in Texas
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
This position does not require prior travel experience.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Cons
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About El Paso, TX
As a Travel Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Nurse in El Paso, TX here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high of 95°F and low of 71°F.
- Winter average high of 58°F and low of 32°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find, with various options available for travel nurses.
- Car friendliness is high, and public transportation options are available but may not be as extensive as in larger cities.
- El Paso is a diverse city with a mix of cultures.
- The population has a wide age range, and common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the desert climate.
- There is a significant population of travel nurses due to the presence of several healthcare facilities.
- Plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, climbing, biking, and golfing.
- The city also hosts summer concerts and has various cultural attractions.
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