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Registered Nurse – PCU (Progressive Care Unit)

Location: Wichita Falls, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

ASAP start, no later than July 27
Strong cardiac nursing background required; unit primarily cares for heavy cardiac and CVA (stroke) patient population
Must be proficient in managing cardiac drips, heparin, nitroglycerin, and similar medications
Work schedule options:
- Night shift, 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
- Night shift, 4 shifts per week, 10 hours each (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
84 hours biweekly with a 72-hour guarantee

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Texas
Minimum 2 years of experience in Cardiac PCU (Progressive Care Unit), including experience within the last year
At least 2 years of total travel nursing experience
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Proven experience specifically in PCU (Progressive Care Unit) nursing

Required Certifications & Competencies

ACLS and BLS (as above)
Other certifications as applicable based on facility requirements (e.g., PALS, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, ENPC, NIH Stroke Certification) – check specific assignment details
Medication/Pharmacology competency exam as applicable
Annual safety and orientation acknowledgments

Background & Compliance Requirements

Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or State ID)
E-Verify or attestation
Background check within 1 year of start, including SS trace, county searches for last 7 years, nationwide, and sex offender registry
EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start
NURSYS verification for RN license within 30 days of start
Facility-specific documents and acknowledgments as required prior to start

Health & Immunization Requirements

Physical exam within 1 year of start (must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing)
Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year of start (2-step PPD or equivalent)
Required vaccinations or positive titers for:
- Rubeola (Measles)
- Mumps
- Rubella
- Hepatitis B (series, positive titer, or declination)
- Varicella (2 vaccines, positive titer, or history of chickenpox)
- Seasonal flu vaccine (required October 1 – May 31; medical/religious exemptions possible)
COVID-19 vaccination documentation required
Drug screening (9-panel negative drug test within 1 year; instant acceptable)

Additional Requirements

Two professional references within the last 3 years
Resume or employment application copy
Annual skills checklist and orientation updates
Facility-specific forms and acknowledgments must be completed prior to start

Summary

This travel nursing opportunity is for an experienced Registered Nurse with a strong cardiac care background, able to manage complex cardiac medications and drips. The position requires prior travel nursing experience, current Texas RN licensure, and certifications including ACLS and BLS. The role offers night shifts in a progressive care unit with a 13-week contract length. Compliance with extensive background checks, health screenings, and facility-specific documentation is mandatory. Epic EHR experience is highly preferred.