Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $1,879 per week in Shreveport, LA

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12 Hour Nights Hours per Shift: 36 Experience: 2 years of Progressive Care Unit RN experience License: State Nursing License Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: EKG competency Description: This position requires a registered nurse to work in a Progressive Care Unit. The unit cares for patients requiring cardiac stepdown care and medical stepdown care. The typical patient types include those recovering from cardiac surgery and various medical conditions requiring close monitoring. Patient ratios will be 1:3-4. The role involves managing and titrating cardiac and insulin drips, as well as administering vasopressors. Nurses will have additional responsibilities such as management of chest tubes, tracheostomies, central lines, drains, and wound care. Cardiac management skills, including managing and pulling venous sheaths and TR Bands, are preferred. Technical support on the unit involves certified nursing assistants and resource nurses during the day. The charge nurse may have a patient assignment. The team includes respiratory therapists and hospitalists who are available on call 24/7. The charting system used is Meditech. Weekend rotation will be required, with every other weekend off. Mandatory scheduling requires working four days one week and three days the next. Holiday expectations include working two out of three major holidays. The dress code consists of pewter scrubs, with specific guidelines for t-shirts and jackets. Badges must be worn in full view at all times. The unit culture is diverse and traveler-friendly.