Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,058 per week

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Mechanicsville, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty :

PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Discipline : RN

Start Date : ASAP

Duration : 13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift : 12 hours, nights

Employment Type : Travel

PCU RN – Cardio-Pulmonary Care Unit

Job Code : 740N37

Location :

[Facility Name Not Provided]

Unit :

Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown)

Bed Count : 27 Beds

Shift : 12 hours, nights

Schedule :

Every other weekend and major holidays

Scrub Colors :

Navy blue, white, or a combination of both

Important Notes

No local travelers

within a 50-mile radius

Must pass EKG exam

during orientation (study guide available)

Required Certifications :

BLS, ACLS, NIHSS

Skills Required :

Cardiac drips & titration : Cardizem, Dobutamine, Dopamine, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin

Insulin drips

No vasopressor drips

Conscious sedation

Hemodynamic monitoring

Chest tube care

Temporary / transvenous pacing

Advanced respiratory modalities

Unit Details

Equipment Used :

Alaris pumps, BiPAP, PCA, GlucoStabilizer, bedside cardiac monitors, Hoyer lifts, Sara Stedy

Typical Patient Population :

Heart block, chronic cardiac conditions, chest tubes

Nurse-to-Patient Ratio :

Typically 1 : 3–4 (may vary depending on staffing levels)

Floating :

May float to other stepdown units as needed

Primary Responsibilities

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care using the nursing process

Administer medications safely and in accordance with policy

Coordinate care and serve as the patient’s point of contact

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care

Advocate for patient safety and ethical practices

Respond confidently and appropriately to rapidly changing patient conditions

Educate and involve patients and families in care and discharge planning

Promote a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

Adhere to all hospital policies, regulatory standards, and infection control protocols

Licensure & Qualifications

Licensure :

Current RN license in the state of practice or compact license

Certifications (Required) :

BLS (American Heart Association)

ACLS

NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)

Preferred Certifications :

CCRN (Critical Care)

PCCN (Progressive Care)

Education : Required :

ADN or Diploma in Nursing

Preferred : BSN

Experience : Required :

Minimum 1 year RN experience

Preferred : BSN

Skills & Competencies

Advanced clinical decision-making and prioritization

Strong verbal and written communication

Patient and family education

Culturally competent care delivery

Electronic charting (EPIC preferred)

Precepting and mentoring newer staff

Collaborative and compassionate care approach

Work Environment & Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, lifting, and patient movement support

Must respond to alarms and emergencies promptly

Regular exposure to patients' bodily fluids and various clinical environments

Requires fine motor skills, visual acuity, and hearing abilities

Periods of high stress, interruptions, and emergency response

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and adherence to universal precautions required

Patient Population

Adults : 18–64 years

Geriatrics : 65 years and older

Must demonstrate an understanding of developmental needs and care appropriate to age.

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About TNAA TotalMed RN

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.

TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Benefits

Weekly pay

Guaranteed Hours

Continuing Education

401k retirement plan

Sick pay

Wellness and fitness programs

Referral bonus

Employee assistance programs

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

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