PCU / Stepdown
PCU/ICU RN — Travel Contract | Mission Hills, CA
Day Shift | 3x12-Hour (07:00–19:00) | 13-Week Contract
This Magnet-designated acute care facility is seeking an experienced ICU-level RN to work within a progressive care unit. Candidates must have a true ICU background — float-only experience will not be considered.
Unit Overview
The unit manages adult and geriatric patients across a high-acuity spectrum, including sepsis, MI, stroke, CHF, post-open-heart surgery, COVID, and trauma cases. Special procedures include intubation, extubation, and EGD. Robust interdisciplinary support is available on-unit, including respiratory therapy, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and social services.
Schedule & Coverage
- Day shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call required
- Float within skillset required; refusal to float may impact guaranteed hours
Required Certifications
- ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
- LA City Fire Card (must be obtained within the last 30 days prior to start)
Key Clinical Skills
- Ventilator management; BiPAP/CPAP; High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC)
- Vasoactive and cardiac drip management (no titration)
- Telemetry interpretation and monitoring
- Blood product administration; IV insulin protocols
- Chest tube, tracheostomy, PICC line, and wound care management
- Pre/post hemodialysis management; renal failure care
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of ICU experience
- Active California RN license required (must be in hand at time of submission)
- Locals accepted | First-time travelers welcome
- Holiday commitment: must work 3 of 5 designated holidays
- RTO must be submitted at time of offer; limit requests to 7 days or fewer
- Free parking on-site