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Origin Travel Nurses

RN - PCU

Origin Travel Nurses, South Charleston, West Virginia, United States

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12H Nights, 1845-0715; rotating weekends and holidays. Block scheduling may be accommodated based on the needs of the unit. Job Description

The PCU Stepdown unit consists of 11-12 beds, providing care for a variety of post-op vascular and cardiovascular patients. The nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4, requiring proficient critical care skills. Responsibilities

Provide care for post-operative vascular, hemodynamically stable cardiac dysrhythmias, CVA, sepsis, renal patients, stable acute MI, unstable angina, and post-cardiac catheterization cases. Titrate critical drips including insulin, Cardizem, Heparin, Amiodarone, and low-dose Dopamine. Utilize advanced respiratory support equipment, including Bipap, Cpap, and mechanical ventilation. Assist with general patient care duties, with support from nursing assistants. Coordinate and communicate patient care needs within the interdisciplinary team. Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

Must have travel experience with a minimum of 1-2 years in critical care. Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS. ICU skill set required, including experience with Bipap, Cpap, telemetry, critical drips, and post-cardiac catheter care. Arterial line experience is preferred. Knowledge of CRRT and IABP is a plus. Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer: Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why: SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019 SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023 Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023 Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting! Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

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