Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Colorado Springs, CO
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) registered nurses are needed at a healthcare facility in the location. This position involves providing specialized care for patients with cardiac, respiratory compromise, and post-procedure recovery needs. The role requires delivering safe, comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced, acute care environment.

Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse (RN) Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Schedule: Dayshift, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: BLS (American Heart Association), ACLS (American Heart Association); Minimum of 2 years of relevant clinical experience; Valid license to practice as an RN; Ability to care for non-invasive respiratory support (e.g., BPAP, Heated High Flow), manage titratable drips including cardiac, antihypertensive, metabolic, antiarrhythmic, sedation, and analgesia; Knowledge of chest tube management.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with ventilators such as vents, Cpap, BiPap, high flow; Familiarity with electronic medical record systems like EPIC; Strong ability to read telemetry strips and perform clinical assessments independently.
• Additional Information: Self-scheduling and block scheduling are permitted. Candidates should be available for six or more weekend shifts within a six-week schedule, with holiday requirements also expected. The unit utilizes GE tele-monitor systems, and RN staff will verify rhythm strips. There are nurse aides on the unit at a ratio of 1:12. The hospital has a cancellation policy allowing up to four shifts per 13-week assignment.

Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits