Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU/Stepdown) position requiring telemetry experience and cardiac drip titration skills, working 12-hour night shifts at a Level III trauma facility.

Details

• Acute care PCU/Stepdown unit at a Level III trauma facility
• Common patient population includes cardiac, post-cath/pacer, pneumonia, COVID, ETOH withdrawal, and ICU downgrades — no open heart cases
• Patient ratios of 8-9 patients with nurse aide support available
• RNs are required to titrate drips including insulin, heparin, cardizem, nitro, amiodarone, dopamine, and dobutamine — no pressors or sedation
• Remote telemetry support available via central monitoring unit with monitor techs to assist; basic rhythm interpretation experience is ideal
• 12-hour night shifts (1730–0615)
• Every other weekend required, with scheduling flexibility based on unit needs
• Holiday coverage required
• No on-call or standby requirement
• Floating is not required, but may be requested if skill set allows and RN agrees
• EMR: Epic
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active Oregon (OR) RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Telemetry experience required
• Cardiac drip titration experience required (excluding pressors and sedation)
• Basic cardiac rhythm interpretation skills required

Additional Information

• Unit orientation consists of 1-2 shifts depending on experience and prior familiarity with the facility
• Charge nurse is present in the department and takes patients at a lower ratio when available; hospital supervisor on site 24/7
• No specific scrub color requirement — clean and professional attire expected
• BSN is not required for this position