TravelNurseSource is working with Catalytic Solutions to find a qualified PCU / Stepdown RN in Hermitage, Tennessee, 37076!
**Join Our Team as a Travel RN in the Progressive Care Unit!**
**Job Description:**
- **Shift:** 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM
- **Unit:** PCU (Cost Centers: 630/633)
- **Location:** Summit Medical Center, 5655 Frist Boulevard
**Unit Specifics:**
- Number of Beds:
- Cost Center 630: 34 beds
- Cost Center 633: 25 beds
- Patient Ratios:
- Days: 1:4 to 1:5
- Nights: 1:5 to 1:6
- Unit Staffing:
- 3 Techs when full on 630
- 2 Techs when full on 633
- Equipment Utilized:
- Bipaps, high flow O2, vapotherm, alaris pumps, cardiac drips, heparin drips, insulin drips, peritoneal dialysis, and wound vacs
**Documentation System:**
- Meditech
**Scheduling Requirements:**
- Every other weekend commitment
- 3 twelve-hour shifts per week
**Floating Policy:**
- May float within PCU units or to med-surg floors
**Patient Experience Requirements:**
- Hourly rounding on days
- Every 2-hour rounding on nights
- AIDET communication and maintenance of communication boards
**Certifications Required:**
- BLS and ACLS
**Why You Will Love This Opportunity:**
- Engaging and supportive care environment focused on teamwork and patient welfare
- Utilize techs to enhance patient care and assist you in daily responsibilities
- Self-scheduling with 4-week schedules for better work-life balance
- Most travelers choose to extend after their initial assignment due to positive experiences and camaraderie
**Request Skills:**
- Must-have critical thinking skills
- Proficient in EKG rhythm interpretation
- Experience with cardiac drips, insulin drips, and heparin drips
- Peritoneal dialysis experience preferred
- Peripheral IV skills required
- Advanced skills:
- ACLS certification
- Experience with bipaps, multiple oxygen delivery systems
- Stroke and post-cardiac cath care experience
- Tube feedings and NG/dobhoff tube handling
**Procedures Performed on Unit:**
- Peritoneal dialysis
- Thoracentesis and paracentesis
- Chest tube insertions
- Dobhoff/NG tube insertions
- Central line dressing changes
- Troubleshooting wound vacs
**Dress Code:**
- Required uniform: Black Scrubs
**Why Catalytic Solutions (CatSol):**
At CatSol, we connect dedicated therapists with rewarding assignments across the country. Enjoy competitive pay, seamless onboarding, and a supportive recruiter who’s with you every step of the way. Join us — where your expertise makes a difference every day.