PCU / Stepdown

PCU / Telemetry RN — Travel Contract | Lubbock, TX

Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | 3×12-hour shifts

Contract: 13 weeks | Start: November 2026

First-time travelers welcome

About the Unit

This is an all-telemetry PCU focused on neurological and neurosurgical patients. The unit manages a high-acuity population including TIA/stroke, subdural hematoma, and post-operative neurosurgical patients (ACDF, TLIF, XLIF, craniotomy). Four designated beds support continuous EEG monitoring for an Epilepsy Monitoring Unit. Cardiac drips — primarily nicardipine and heparin — are administered on this unit, with capability for additional vasoactive agents (no titration of cardiac drips).

Most admissions arrive from the ED, ICU, or PACU. The team uses a strong interdisciplinary approach, collaborating closely with Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy, Pharmacy, Respiratory Services, and Rapid Response Teams.

Scheduling & Expectations

• 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule; no on-call required
• Floating between units/sister facilities is expected; refusal may impact guaranteed hours
• Self-scheduling

Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Key Skills: Telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, central/peripheral line care, blood product administration, heparin protocols, insulin drip titration, vasoactive and cardiac drip management, non-invasive airway management, isolation precautions

Additional Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of PCU/telemetry experience
• Compact RN license required at time of submission
• Solid navy blue scrubs required
• 2 professional references within the last 3 years
• Must commit to 3 of 5 designated holidays