TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, 03801!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a hospital setting
License: Active nursing license required
Certifications: ACLS & BLS required
Must-Have: Telemetry step-down experience
Description:
2 years of experience in a hospital setting is required.
Candidates must possess an active nursing license.
The unit has 23 beds and staff consists of 6-7 RNs and 2 aides on day shift and the same on night shift.
The patient ratio is 4:1.
Equipment includes bedside monitors, end tidal O2 monitoring, high flow, chronic vents, and subdural drains.
The EMR system used is Meditech.
Candidates must be team-oriented.
Preferred skills include neuro and trauma experience.
Typical procedures performed on the unit include chest tubes and EEGs.
Weekend shifts are required every other weekend, with no on-call requirement.