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American Traveler

Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

American Traveler, Indianapolis, Indiana, United States, 46202

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American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position with at least two years of recent PCU experience and required IN or Compact RN license.

Job Details

- Work in a hospital-based Surgical Progressive Care Unit with near-ICU level acuity,

- Patient population includes ENT, thoracic, general surgery, urology, and medical overflow cases,

- Staffing ratios are 1:3-4,

- Unit performs cardiac monitoring, manages chest tubes, fresh trachs, feeding tubes, post-op care, epidurals, non-titratable cardiac drips, IV insulin protocols, BiPAP/CPAP, total laryngectomy, and doppler flap checks,

- Use of Cerner EMR is required,

- Day shift (3x12 hours, 7:00-19:30), every other weekend required, with possible consecutive weekends based on need,

- Floating to Med-Surg, ICU, or other units within the hospital or affiliates may be required,

- No local candidates accepted for PCU positions,

Job Requirements

- Active IN or Compact RN license required at the time of consideration,

- Current certifications in BLS and ACLS (AHA or RQI),

- Minimum 18 months to 2 years of recent PCU or similar experience required,

- Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program is required,

- Proficient in cardiac monitoring and specialized PCU procedures as listed,

- Experience with Cerner EMR is required,

- Ability to participate in charge nurse coverage if needed,

- Must be willing to precept or have students shadow as part of teaching hospital environment,

- Perm or PRN employees must be away from IU Health for at least 12 months before becoming eligible as a traveler,

Additional Information

- Duties include advanced post-operative care for high-acuity surgical patients,

- Opportunity to work in a teaching hospital with resources for ongoing learning,

- May be required to work with and mentor students during shifts,

- Mandatory floating to similar care settings within the hospital or affiliates as operationally required,

- Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the contract,

- RTO policy allows auto-approval for up to 5 days off,

- Training and support provided for all unit and floating assignments,

- First-time travelers are accepted and encouraged to apply,