Travel PCU Telemetry Nurse – Neuro/Trauma
Indianapolis, IN
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Registered Nurse Travel/Contract Job - Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
• Employment Type: Travel/Contract
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Must be flexible with weekend requirements; expected to work 50% of weekends during the contract.
• Refusal to float may result in contract termination.
• Teaching facility: travel nurses may be required to precept or have students shadow them.
• First-time travelers accepted; local candidates not accepted.
• Call-in shifts must be made up during the pay period or added to the end of the contract depending on FTE status.
• Charge nurse responsibilities may be required with training and resources provided.
• Floating may be required to different levels of care (Med-Surg, PCU, ICU) at University and Methodist Hospitals.
• Staffing ratios typically 1:3-4, rarely 1:5 during emergencies.
• Unit patient population includes CVAs, hydrocephalus, brain tumors/resections, seizures, TBIs, trauma cases (shootings, stabbings, MVCs), GI surgeries, and large wound care.

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BCLS (Basic Life Support)
• NIH Stroke Certification

Required Skills and Experience

• Minimum 2 years nursing experience
• Telemetry experience
• Proficient in neuro nursing
• Management of drips
• Preferred: Conscious sedation and Level 1 trauma experience

Important Notes

• IU Health will not allow Indiana RNs to work at their facilities effective 11/30/2024, except for Periop/OR RNs, Allied, and Ambulatory RN travelers (including ENDO, IR RN, PACU, Cath Lab RN, SDS).
• Refusal to float or meet weekend requirements may lead to contract termination.

Facility and Unit Information

• Teaching hospital environment
• Patient care includes neurological and trauma cases, GI surgeries, and wound care.

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

Background Checks

• Must include 7 years of residence/work history
• SSN Trace, County Criminal, Statewide, National Sex Offender, FACIS Level III
• Education verification required for new travelers
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks required within 30 days of start

Certifications Verification

• ACLS, BLS, PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM as applicable
• State nursing license verification within 30 days before start
• NIH Stroke Certification required

Health Documents

• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 12 months (specific respirators approved)
• Immunizations and titers required or strongly recommended:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (preferred)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
  • Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Rubella: positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations accepted
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or signed declination required
  • Varicella: positive titer or 2 vaccines required; no declinations accepted
  • Seasonal Flu vaccination/documentation required for flu season (9/30 - 3/31); no declinations accepted
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 12 months

Competency Exams

• Medication test/pharmacology competency exam required
• Unit competency exam required
• Color blind testing (Ishihara or equivalent) required

Facility-Specific Requirements

• Completion of facility-specific forms and orientation packets prior to start
• Mandatory completion of 22 RRT modules for Respiratory Therapists (if applicable)
• HIPAA and confidentiality agreements required

Employment History and References

• Minimum 2 references from recent employment within 2 years
• Employment application with full work history and explanations for gaps of 30+ days
• Skills checklist within 12 months, updated annually

This position requires a flexible, experienced RN comfortable with neurological and trauma patient care in a teaching hospital setting, with multiple certifications and compliance documents up to date.