PCU RN
Valparaiso, IN
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs

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

Travel Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Nights

Location

Valparaiso, IN | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Night Shift (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM) | No On-Call Requirements | Expected 72–96 hours bi-weekly

Key Responsibilities

• Provide progressive care nursing on a stroke floor and cardiac monitoring unit with a 5:1 patient ratio in a 30-bed unit
• Perform and interpret telemetry monitoring and manage patients requiring CPAP, BiPAP, and chest tubes
• Administer and monitor heparin drips and provide post-cardiac care
• Conduct and document NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) assessments as required
• Float to other units as needed
• Document all patient care accurately using Cerner EMR

Required Qualifications

• Active RN licensure in the state of Indiana
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a progressive care, PCU, or step-down setting
• Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, CPAP/BiPAP, chest tubes, post-cardiac care, and heparin drips
• Must live more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience on a stroke floor or cardiac step-down unit
• Familiarity with Cerner EMR
• Experience with progressive care in a travel or high-acuity hospital environment

Why Join Us

• Orientation scheduled on the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month for a smooth onboarding experience
• No on-call requirements, with negotiable time-off requests and holidays for a better work-life balance