Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,272 per week in Hazard, KY

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Stepdown Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:30); Day 4x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:30) Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 2 years of current experience in a stepdown or PCU setting License: Must hold a valid state or compact nursing license Certifications: AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, NIH Must-Have: - Previous charge experience - Patient ratio experience of 1:5 - Familiarity with Meditech EMR - Required to float within the scope of practice - Availability for weekends Description: This position is for a registered nurse in a 34-bed stepdown unit. The nurse will be responsible for caring for adult and geriatric patients. The nurse will manage a patient load of 1:5. Candidates must have experience with cardiac telemetry and managing complex patients. Essential skills include central line care, telemetry interpretation, and administering blood products. Candidates will provide care for patients with conditions such as CVA, renal failure, and post-operative recovery. The nurse will work closely with other healthcare professionals including respiratory services and pharmacy. Candidates should possess strong critical thinking skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Compliance with infection control protocols is required. The role includes a commitment to working every other weekend.