Progressive Care Unit RN
Paris, TX
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Nights

Travel RN Opportunity - Progressive Care Unit (PCU/Stepdown)

Location: Paris, Texas
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Facility Overview

• 154-bed hospital serving Northeast Texas and Southeast Oklahoma
• Level 3 Trauma Center
• Level 1 NICU
• Joint Commission Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI
• Advanced Primary Stroke Care Center
• Top 5% nationally for orthopedic outcomes

Unit Profile

• Department: Progressive Care Unit - Stepdown
• Patient Population: All ages
• EHR System: Meditech
• Shift: See shift details (36 guaranteed weekly hours)
• Weekend Hours: Every other weekend / as needed
• Call Requirements: As needed
• Float Requirements: As needed

Position Details

• Role: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Specialty: Progressive Care Unit / Stepdown (PCU/MS)
• Number of Openings: 1
• Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, HWC, NIH
• Required Licensure: Registered Nurse License in Texas
• Required Years of Experience: 2+ years in specialty (Stepdown/Progressive Care experience required)
• Preferred Experience: Medical-Surgical (MedSurg) experience
• Personality Fit: Professional demeanor required
• Dress Code: Scrubs (color TBD); casual or non-facility attire not allowed

Additional Information

• Orientation is weekly on Mondays
• Candidates must be located 60 miles or more from the facility to qualify as travel staff
• Housing options include Airbnb and local hotels with possible hospital discounts
• The city offers a low cost of living and a quiet, small-town environment near Dallas

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned

Note: All required certifications must be obtained prior to start. The client may require additional certifications beyond those listed.