Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $1,879 per week in High Point, NC

Job Title: RN - PCU Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour Night Shift Hours per Shift: 36 Experience: Minimum of 1 year with Medical Surgical or progressive care experience required License: Active Registered Nurse license Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: - Cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring skills - Cardiac strip and rhythm interpretation - Experience with arterial lines and titration of drips - Non-invasive ventilator care (BiPAP/CPAP) - Knowledge of chest tubes or drains Description: This position is for a Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit. The unit provides care to patients with continuous monitoring of cardiac, respiratory, hemodynamic, and neurologic status.

Job Title: RN - PCU Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour Night Shift Hours per Shift: 36 Experience: Minimum of 1 year with Medical Surgical or progressive care experience required License: Active Registered Nurse license Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: - Cardiac and hemodynamic monitoring skills - Cardiac strip and rhythm interpretation - Experience with arterial lines and titration of drips - Non-invasive ventilator care (BiPAP/CPAP) - Knowledge of chest tubes or drains Description: This position is for a Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit. The facility is a community-based hospital with a focus on teaching. The unit provides care to patients with continuous monitoring of cardiac, respiratory, hemodynamic, and neurologic status. Common diagnoses include NSTEMI, heart failure, and post-stroke patients. Patient types also include those requiring surgical recovery and continuous support. The RN will manage patients with an average ratio of 1:3 or 1:4. Support staff includes Certified Nursing Assistants. A Resource Team is available for additional support. The RN is responsible for continuous cardiac monitoring and interpretation of rhythms. The role requires proficiency in the use of electronic medical records and specific monitoring equipment. Supervisory and rapid response teams are available for assistance. The unit culture emphasizes teamwork and collaboration among interdisciplinary staff.