Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,815 per week in Lafayette, IN
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$2,815–$2,815
SKILLS
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Cardiology, Catheterization, Clinical Competency, Hospital, Intensive Care, Intravenous Therapies, Nursing, Patient Care, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Registered Nurse (RN), Telemetry
LOCATION
Lafayette, IN
POSTED
3 days ago
TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Lafayette, Indiana, 47905!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit
Duration: 12 Months
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12 Hours
Experience: Minimum of 18 months required
License: Must have an in-state license prior to start date
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS preferred
Must-Have: Telemetry, IV Start, Cardiac & Vasoactive drips, BiPAP, and High Flow Oxygen required.
Charge Nurse Experience, Conscious Sedation preferred.
Description:
The unit focuses on cardiac and medical care, functioning as a true ICU stepdown.
They manage complex patients including those with heart catheters and other cardiac interventions.
The staff participates in the administration of BiPap and various cardiac and vasoactive drips.
Nurses will be required to float within the hospital or to nearby facilities to meet patient care needs.
Weekend work is a requirement for this position.
Candidates must be prepared to work 2 out of 3 major holidays.
The expected patient ratio is 4 patients per nurse during all shifts.
This position involves critical thinking and strong clinical skills to manage diverse patient needs.
Nurses will handle the care of patients requiring telemetry monitoring and management of various IV drips.
Candidates are expected to have experience in central line care, blood product administration, and interpretation of dysrhythmias.
Application of rapid response and code team protocols is also a critical component of this role.