PCU / Stepdown
Night Shift RN – Progressive Care Unit
Position Overview
The facility is seeking registered nurses for a night shift role (18:30 – 07:00) on a progressive care unit serving adult patients with mixed acuity. This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule & Staffing
- Shift: Night 3x12-hour (18:30 – 07:00)
- Schedule options: 36/36, 36/48, or 48/48 available
- Rotating weekends; no on-call required
- Orientation begins on Sundays with online modules (16 hours non-billable)
- One shift per pay period may be called off due to census without financial penalty
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years nursing experience
- At least 1 year PCU experience within the past 2 years (required)
- AHA BLS certification required; ACLS and NIHSS preferred
- Telemetry experience preferred
- Must pass Relias advanced EKG test within 72 hours of offer acceptance (two attempts allowed)
- First-time travelers welcome
Clinical Scope
You'll manage post-operative and post-cardiac patients, including those recovering from thoracic surgery. Core competencies include telemetry interpretation, dysrhythmia management, BiPAP/CPAP, central line and chest tube care, wound management, and high-flow oxygen therapy. Experience with post-MI, post-angiogram, and traumatic brain injury cases is valued.
Additional Requirements
- Must reside 100+ miles from the facility
- Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
- Drug test within 12–14 days prior to start
- Fit testing compliance; facial hair must be trimmed per CDC guidelines
What We're Looking For
Nurses who excel in high-acuity patient care, support clinical education, and thrive in fast-paced environments.