PCU RN
Valparaiso, IN
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown

Location

Valparaiso, IN | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM | No on-call requirements | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a progressive care/stepdown setting with a focus on stroke and cardiac monitoring
• Manage and monitor telemetry, including interpretation and response to cardiac rhythm changes
• Administer and monitor Heparin drips and provide post-cardiac care
• Operate and manage CPAP, BiPAP, and chest tube care as needed
• Perform and document NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) assessments per unit protocol
• Float to other units as required

Required Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in the state of Indiana
• ACLS certification required
• BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience in a PCU, stepdown, or similar setting
• Proficiency with Cerner EMR
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with telemetry monitoring, CPAP/BiPAP, and chest tube management
• Background in stroke care or cardiac progressive care environments
• Familiarity with Heparin drip protocols and post-cardiac patient management

Why Join Us

• Work in a 30-bed progressive care unit with a 5:1 patient-to-nurse ratio in a structured, supportive environment
• Expected 72–96 hours of work bi-weekly with no on-call obligations and negotiable time-off requests