PCU / Stepdown

PCU/Telemetry RN – Night Shift | Lubbock, TX | 13-Week Contract

First-time travelers are welcome for this night shift PCU/Telemetry RN position at a short-term acute care facility in Lubbock, TX.

Shift & Schedule

• Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 3x12-hour shifts
• 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule
• No on-call required
• Floating between units is required; refusal to float may impact guaranteed hours

Unit Overview

This specialized Neuro Telemetry/PCU unit cares for a complex patient population including TIA/stroke, neurosurgical cases (ACDF, TLIF, XLIF, craniotomy), subdural hematoma, trauma, and epilepsy monitoring. Four designated beds support continuous EEG monitoring. Cardiac drips — primarily nicardipine and heparin — are administered on this unit. Most admissions arrive from the ED, ICU, or PACU. The unit operates with a strong interdisciplinary team including Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Respiratory Services, Pharmacy, and Rapid Response Teams.

Required Certifications

• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Key Skills

• Telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation/management
• Cardiac and vasoactive drip management; insulin and heparin protocols
• Blood product administration
• Central and peripheral line care
• Non-invasive airway management and oxygen administration

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of PCU/Telemetry experience
• Compact RN license in hand at time of submission
• 2 professional references within the last 3 years

Additional Details

• Scrubs: Solid navy blue for licensed nursing staff
• Free surface parking on-site
• Orientation: 12 hours
• Holiday commitment: 3 of 5 designated holidays required
• Contract start: November 16, 2026