Job Opportunity – Progressive Care Unit RN – Tennessee
Start Date: July 27, 2026
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule. Self-scheduling available within reason to balance staffing. Block scheduling available for night shift. Schedule finalized 2 weeks in advance with ability to request days off as needed.
Highlights:
- 29-bed Progressive Care Unit with 4:1 patient ratio
- Heavy cardiac patient population including post-CV surgery patients transitioning from ICU
- Meditech documentation system with advanced iMobile technology for charting, communication, and specimen collection
- Comprehensive PCU drip experience including Dopamine, Dobutrex, Nitro, Heparin, Cardizem, Lidocaine, Milrinone, Amiodarone, Cardene, Labetalol, Insulin, and Precedex
- Equipment includes Welch Allyn dynamaps, Phillips telemetry and MP2, Pyxis, Alaris pumps, Hill-Rom beds, iMobile devices, and MobiLab
- Team-oriented culture with high employee engagement and patient satisfaction ratings
Requirements:
- Current RN license in Tennessee or compact state
- BLS and ACLS certification required
- Cardiac/telemetry experience required
- Progressive Care Unit and/or critical care experience preferred
- Advanced skills: IV insertion, chest tube management, DHT insertion/management, tracheostomy care, CVC management, EKG interpretation, Foley management, and early patient mobility
- Experience with complex patient populations including sepsis, stroke, MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, post-cardiac catheterization, DKA, CVA, respiratory failure, GI bleed, and post-operative cardiac surgery patients
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This Progressive Care Unit is recognized for its collaborative team environment and commitment to delivering exceptional patient care. The unit culture emphasizes supporting both patients and staff, with experienced nurses on all shifts ready to provide guidance and mentorship. Advanced technology including encrypted communication devices and mobile charting capabilities streamlines workflow and enhances efficiency. Many contract nurses have extended or returned for additional assignments, reflecting the positive work environment and professional growth opportunities available on this dynamic unit.