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American Traveler

Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

American Traveler, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43210

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American Traveler seeks an experienced RN for a high-acuity Progressive Care Oncology Unit with night shifts and strong progressive care skills required.

Job Details

- Work in a high-acuity Progressive Care Oncology Unit within a hospital setting,

- Unit consists of 36 beds, over 24 dedicated to PCU level with some med surg cases,

- Patient population includes adult oncology, solid tumors, orthopedic and thoracic oncology, with rare pediatric cases,

- Staff patient ratios are 1:4-5 for med surg telemetry and 1:3 for PCU,

- Uses B450 monitors (GE telemetry system), Alaris pumps, Stryker beds, bladder scanner, PCA pumps, and continuous bladder irrigation,

- Night shifts (3x12 hours, 19:00 to 07:30), D/N shift option available,

- Self-scheduling requests allowed with schedule balanced by leadership,

- Orientation includes one week of Monday-Friday days followed by 36 hours of on-unit orientation with preceptor,

- Floating required to units of similar or lower acuity,

Job Requirements

- Active OH or compact RN license in hand,

- Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program,

- Minimum of 2 years high-acuity PCU experience required,

- Oncology experience preferred but not required,

- Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS,

- Ability to interpret dysrhythmias and manage rapid response,

- Experience with central line, peripheral line, PICC management, and starting IVs,

- Two professional references required, including one from a supervisor or manager,

- Must complete Ohio fingerprinting process immediately upon contract signing,

- Candidates who were former employees must have at least 6 months gap from previous employment with the facility,

Additional Information

- Role focuses on caring for oncology patients with progressive care needs and strong infection prevention,

- Skills in blood product administration, tracheostomy management, heparin protocols, and management of cardiac drips are required,

- Pediatric patient care is managed by permanent staff; agency RNs are not expected to care for pediatric patients,

- Orientation and mentorship provided by a dedicated preceptor during the first two weeks,

- Weekends are variable and holiday coverage is expected per unit need,

- Locals and travelers are paid at the same rate,

- First-time travelers are welcome,

- Candidates currently employed at any Ohio State University hospital system are ineligible,