PCU RN – Neuro Telemetry
Salem, OR
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU

Location: Salem, Oregon
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position Details

• Specialty: RN, Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Start Date: January
• Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: 1:3-4
• Experience Required: Minimum 1 year within the last 3 years in MS/Tele/PCU; PCU and neuro stepdown experience with NIHSS certification preferred
• First-time travelers: Not accepted
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend (not greater than every other)
• Certifications Required: BLS (AHA) mandatory
• Floating: Clinician may float within scope, including to West Valley Hospital
• Block Schedule: Not accommodated
• Locals and pending licenses accepted
• Oregon Emergency License accepted
• Telemetry experience is a must

Work Hours & Scheduling

• 8, 10, and 12-hour shifts all require 36 hours per week
• Client cancellation policy:

  • Up to 1 shift per 4-week assignment
  • Up to 2 shifts per 8-week assignment
  • Up to 3 shifts per 13-week assignment
• Return to Office (RTO) restrictions: Any time off over 2 weeks requires approval

Facility Highlights

• Type: Short Term Acute Care Hospital
• Magnet recognized, Teaching hospital, Level II Trauma Center
• Total staffed beds: 569
• Charting system: Epic
• Parking: Free
• Scrub color: Royal Blue

Unit Description

• Located on the 7th floor, Building A
• 30-bed Neurotrauma Care Unit (NTCU)
• Patient population includes brain and nervous system disorders such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, brain tumors, traumatic brain injuries, meningitis, encephalitis, strokes, and spinal injuries
• Staff trained in NIHSS, swallow screen, and spine immobilization
• Unit holds Joint Commission Primary Stroke Center and Spine Center of Excellence certifications
• Works closely with Stroke Navigator

Required Skills & Competencies

Candidates must have:

• BLS through AHA
• Management of telemetry and interpretation of cardiac rhythms
• Non-invasive airway management
• Peripheral line care/management
• Rapid response team activation
• Management of dysrhythmias
• Computerized documentation experience
• Oxygen protocol knowledge
• Experience with cardiac drips (nitro, Cardizem, amiodarone, Nicardipine, other IMCU level drips)
• Isolation precautions and PPE use
• Telemetry skills required for all RNs regardless of unit
• Passing scores on competency exams including Dysrhythmia/EKG interpretation (85% passing)

Licensure & Certifications

• BLS (AHA) required
• ACLS may be required depending on placement
• NIH Stroke Certification preferred
• Oregon RN license or emergency license accepted
• NURSYS verification required within 30 days of start
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., PALS, NRP, TNCC)

Health & Compliance Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year of start (can start with pending physical)
• Fit mask testing required onsite within first week of start (exceptions apply)
• Immunizations and titers required:

  • Tdap or declination
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) titers or vaccines
  • Hepatitis B titer or vaccination series (booster or declination if low titer)
  • Varicella titer or vaccines
• Drug testing: 10-panel within 90 days of start
• Seasonal flu vaccination or signed declination required year-round

Documentation & Onboarding Requirements

• Clear copy of driver’s license or passport/state ID
• Proof of name change if applicable
• Background checks including criminal, EPLS/GSA/SAM, HHS/OIG, and international if applicable
• Education verification for non-licensed providers
• Competency exams and skills checklists
• Badge photo with white background required at least 8 days prior to start
• Completion of required HealthStream modules by due date
• References: 2 within last 2 years, including at least one supervisory reference within last 12 months

Additional Notes

• No first-time travelers accepted
• Telemetry experience is mandatory
• Floating may be required within scope
• Locals and candidates with pending licenses are accepted
• Emergency Oregon license accepted for submission

This position is ideal for experienced RNs with telemetry and PCU experience seeking a travel contract in a well-recognized acute care hospital with a specialized neurotrauma unit.