TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Athens, Georgia, 30606!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit
Duration: 12 weeks
Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: Minimum of 2 years required; first-time travelers are accepted
License: State RN License or Compact License required
Certifications: BLS and ACLS required
Must-Have:
- Interpretation of dysrhythmias
- Management of dysrhythmias
- Experience in PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown settings
Description:
The unit admits adult to geriatric patients with various medical conditions.
Patients are admitted from critical care units, acute care floors, and emergency departments.
Common diagnoses include post-operative care for cardiac and thoracic surgeries.
The unit also manages respiratory failure with multiple treatment modalities, excluding invasive mechanical ventilation.
Cardiac arrhythmias, DKA, gastrointestinal bleeding, trauma, strokes, seizures, and metabolic disorders are prevalent in this unit.
Management of renal failure, hypertensive emergencies, sepsis, and neurological disorders is also required.
The nurse-patient ratio is typically 1:3-4.
The average daily census is around 21 patients.
Interdisciplinary support is available, including physical therapy, respiratory services, and pharmacy support.
Telemetry competency is required for this position.
Navy blue scrubs are the designated uniform for this role.
Work weekends every other weekend unless specified otherwise.
The ability to float within the facility is required.
This position does not require on-call duties.
If assigned to work during major holidays, the traveler will be expected to work at least one holiday.
Compliance with onboarding requirements is essential to start work on time.