TravelNurseSource is working with Highland Staffing, LLC to find a qualified OR RN in Sandy Springs, Georgia, 30342!
Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Pulmonary/Thoracic
Job Summary
This is an exciting 12-week travel assignment for a dedicated Registered Nurse to join a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) specializing in Pulmonary and Thoracic care. Located in Sandy Springs, Georgia, this role involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals requiring close monitoring and advanced interventions for respiratory and thoracic conditions.
The successful candidate will work 12-hour day shifts, three days per week, contributing to a collaborative and dynamic healthcare environment. This position offers an opportunity to leverage your expertise in a specialized PCU setting, caring for a diverse patient population with complex pulmonary and thoracic needs.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of pulmonary and thoracic patients, including respiratory status, cardiac rhythm, and neurological function.
- Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and documentation.
- Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and lab results, escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Manage patients with various respiratory devices, including ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and oxygen therapy.
- Provide care for patients with chest tubes, tracheostomies, and other thoracic surgical interventions.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Educate patients and their families on disease processes, treatment plans, and self-care strategies.
- Maintain accurate and thorough electronic health records.
- Respond to emergent situations and initiate appropriate interventions.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting.
- Demonstrated experience caring for pulmonary and thoracic patient populations.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Preferred Qualifications
Skills & Competencies
- Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring.
- Experience with ventilator management and respiratory support equipment.
- Competence in chest tube management and wound care.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
- Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Shift Details
- Hours: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Days per Week: 3 days
- Call Requirements: Not specified.
- Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
- Contract Length: 12 weeks
- Assignment Dates: July 27, 2026 - October 17, 2026
Licensing Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia or a Compact State license with Georgia as the primary state of residence.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.