PCU Telemetry Registered Nurse
Abilene, TX
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Registered Nurse - PCU / Telemetry

Location: Abilene, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
Hours per Week: 36

Job Description

• Provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients using the nursing process.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure effective patient care and achieve desired outcomes.
• Interact professionally with patients and visitors.
• May be required to float to different floors or other campus locations.
• Must live at least 150 miles from the facility.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU).
• Telemetry nursing experience.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.

Additional Information

• Start date expected within 3-5 weeks.
• Orientation includes mandatory modules (~3-4 hours).
• Parking available at no cost during and after orientation.
• Pass/fail testing for Telemetry nurses allows up to 2 attempts (3 with manager approval).
• Candidates must be prepared for possible floating to other units or campuses.

Summary

This travel nursing opportunity is for an experienced Registered Nurse with PCU/Telemetry skills, working night shifts in a Texas facility. The role requires multiple certifications, thorough background and health screenings, and compliance with state-specific employment checks. Candidates must be prepared for a 13-week contract and meet all clinical and administrative requirements prior to start.