TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Albany, Georgia, 31701! Pay Information $2,074 per week About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Progressive Care Unit/Stepdown Duration: 20 weeks Shift: 12-Hour Days Hours per Shift: 36 hours per week Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a Stepdown acute care setting License: Valid Nursing License Certifications: BLS, ACLS preferred Must-Have: 2 years of experience in Stepdown nursing in an acute care setting is required without exception. Ability to read and interpret cardiac rhythms and strips. Willingness to float to ICU to care for stepdown patients. Flexibility to work holidays and weekends as needed. Description: The position involves working in a stepdown unit with a focus on cardiology patients. The unit consists of 44 beds, including semiprivate rooms. Nurse-to-patient ratios are typically 1 to 5. Common diagnoses include CABG, cardiovascular surgeries, and other cardiac-related conditions. Experience in managing drips such as Cardizem and amiodarone is essential. Knowledge of various respiratory support techniques is required, including BiPap and CPAP. The average patient census is between 32 to 38, with fast turnover and discharge rates. Nurses are expected to be proficient in cardiovascular procedures. Candidates must meet dress code requirements, which include natural hair colors and no visible tattoos or piercings. Orientation specific to the unit will be provided. 28139119EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Different facilities may use various healthcare technologies and electronic health record systems. Exposure to these technologies enhances your proficiency in adapting to different digital healthcare platforms. Different healthcare facilities may have varying nursing policies and procedures. Adapting to these variations helps you understand the importance of compliance and the rationale behind different policies. Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. With a constant demand for healthcare professionals, travel nurses often enjoy job security. The ongoing need for qualified nurses ensures a steady stream of opportunities in various locations.
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