Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring WI or compact RN license and at least 2 years of med/surg and PCU experience.

Details

• Work in the PCU/Tele unit caring for mixed acuity patients, including occasional ICU-level patients
• Patient ratio of 1:3-6
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts from 18:30 to 07:00, 3x12 schedule (4x12 considered for more weekend availability)
• Weekend rotation required with every other holiday
• Standby call as needed
• Floating required as needed
• Cerner charting system experience required

Requirements

• Active WI State RN license or compact license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA only)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in med/surg and PCU required
• First-time travelers must have at least 3 years of experience in a hybrid unit
• Must pass a telemetry exam prior to assignment start, including adult and pediatric rhythm interpretation with strict passing criteria
• Skills required: IV therapy/phlebotomy, peripheral line care/management, starting and maintaining IVs, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, telemetry monitoring, use of rapid response/code teams, oxygen administration, nasal cannula, chest tube management, feeding tube care, manage cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration), PCA, substance withdrawal care, seizure disorder care, CVA care, total joint replacement care, ortho trauma care, isolation precautions/PPE, renal failure care

Additional Information

• Provide nursing care to a mixed acuity patient population across PCU, telemetry, and occasional ICU-level needs
• Must reside within 50 miles of the facility; local candidates not accepted
• Free onsite parking available
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• First-time travelers considered only if they meet the 3-year hybrid unit experience requirement