TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Edmonds, Washington, 98026!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12 Hours (19:00 - 07:30)
Experience: Minimum of 2 Years
License: Valid Compact License Required
Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Must-Have:
- Experience in Adult and Geriatric care
- Proficiency in managing Central Lines, PICC Lines, and Telemetry
- Skills in BiPAP/CPAP management and Breathing Treatments
- Ability to perform Pre/Post Cardiac Cath procedures
Description:
Local candidates are welcome and all previous permanent employees must be separated from any health system for a minimum of 3 months to qualify for a travel position.
Two years of experience is required.
First-time travelers will be accepted.
Ability to float to other areas as needed is required.
Staffing ratios are 1:4 for Telemetry patients and 1:3 for IMCU patients.
This position involves caring for adults and geriatric patients with conditions such as general respiratory failure, cardiac issues, and renal problems.
RNs must have experience with the following:
- Cardioversion/Defibrillation
- Obtaining 12 Lead EKGs
- Managing epidural pumps, feeding tubes, and PCA pumps
- Administering amiodarone, antiarrhythmics, and anti-seizure medications
- Conducting procedural sedation administration and monitoring
- Wound care and the use of wound vacs
Interdisciplinary support services are available, including therapy and pharmacy support.
Candidates should have experience in a mixed telemetry and IMCU setting.
Failure to meet the required skills and experience will result in candidates not being considered.
Travelers may float between facilities nearby.
Refusal to float may lead to termination of the assignment.
References covering the last year of work experience are required.
Candidates should not directly contact facility personnel unless an interview has been scheduled.