PCU / Stepdown

Progressive Care / Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN — Day Shift

About the Unit

This high-acuity mixed unit cares for PCU and medical-surgical telemetry patients with a primary focus on respiratory illness and cardiac monitoring. The patient population includes COPD exacerbations, ia, acute respiratory failure, pulmonary embolism, COVID-19, and influenza — many with significant comorbidities. Chronic trach/vent patients are also present; no nurse carries more than one ventilated patient at a time.

Robust interdisciplinary support is built into every shift, including an Admission/Discharge nurse, Assistant Nurse Manager, Vascular Access Team, Rapid Response Team, Code Team, Behavioral Health Team, and dedicated respiratory therapists.

Shift & Scheduling

• Every other weekend required
• Float to like units within the facility required
• Block scheduling accommodated when unit needs are met
• RTO: up to 7 days pre-approved; no RTO first week; no additional RTO after signing

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience
• Prior travel experience required
• Active RN license (NC or Compact; pending accepted at submission)
• Certifications: ACLS, BLS (required); NIHSS (preferred)
• Must pass EKG competency assessment prior to start

Key Clinical Skills

• IV insertion and management; central line care
• Telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation/management
• BiPAP/CPAP management; non-invasive airway management
• Tracheostomy care; ventilator experience (preferred; training available)
• Chest tube management
• Vasoactive and cardiac drip titration (Dopamine, Cardizem, Heparin)
• Heparin and IV insulin protocols

Additional Details

• Orientation: 24 hours
• Scrubs: White or navy blue (not provided)
• Flu vaccine required; COVID-19 vaccine not required
• Local candidates (within 50 miles) eligible at adjusted rate