TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Shelby, North Carolina, 28150!
Job Title: RN - Progressive Care Unit
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Progressive Care
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: Night Shift
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum of 18 months PCU RN experience
License: Active RN license
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Must-Have:
Experience with traches
Cardiac gtt experience
Cardiac rhythm interpretation
Chest tubes
Blood products
Wound care/dressing changes
Management of central lines
Description:
We are seeking a Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care Unit.
This unit accommodates various patient diagnoses not requiring mechanical ventilation.
Common diagnoses include CHF, dysrhythmia, chest pain work-ups, stroke, abdominal illnesses, infections, respiratory illness, diabetes, AKI/CKD, and ETOH withdrawal.
Patient ratios are typically 1:4 but may go to 1:5 depending on patient acuity.
The role includes collaboration with a charge nurse and support staff.
CNA support is available for activities of daily living during the day shift.
Phlebotomy services are provided, with other healthcare professionals available around the clock.
Telemetry monitoring is performed both at the bedside and from the nurses’ station.
Floating to other facilities in the region may be required as needed.
The unit fosters a family-oriented culture.
Travelers may be called back for low census and expected to work holidays.
Schedule covers every six weeks with a rotating weekend requirement.
Time off requests are permitted, excluding holidays.