About this opportunity
American Traveler lists this Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit opportunity in kearney, Nebraska. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring a NE or compact license and prior stepdown/telemetry experience.
Requirements
Active NE or Compact RN license required
Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
Competency in arterial lines required
Must be able to perform overhead and portable patient lifts
Driver's license required for submission and used to verify residency
Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
Responsibilities
Level 2 trauma acute care hospital setting within the Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown)
40-bed unit with an average daily census of 24
Patient ratios of 1:4-5 both days and nights
Cares for adult cardiac med/surg, dialysis, oncology, vascular, sepsis, respiratory, stroke, post-stent, post-pacer, and renal failure patients
RNs required to titrate drips including Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and insulin
Charge nurse present on each shift and takes an assignment
Nurse aides/patient care techs available at a 1:12 ratio
High flow respiratory therapy equipment used on the unit
RNs must independently read and interpret telemetry strips
Uses EPIC EMR
12-hour night shifts, and
Every other weekend required
Floating required to MedSurg or ICU to take PCU-acuity patients
On-call staff must arrive within 30 minutes if called back in
Provide direct patient care for a diverse stepdown population, including Hispanic and Somali patients
Use vein finders, bladder scanners, and lift equipment as part of daily care
Focus on patient experience scores, responsiveness, and communication regarding medications
Navy blue scrub color required
Artificial fingernails are prohibited in all patient care areas
One day of unit-specific orientation provided
Pass/fail open-book skills exam given during orientation, requiring a 90% passing score
Minimum of 2 holidays falling within the contract period must be covered
Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront; no additional RTO approved after submission
Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, verified by driver's license
Candidates may not have been directly employed (full-time, part-time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
Flexibility, adaptability, and strong communication skills are key to success on this unit
Benefits
High Pay and Bonuses
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
401(k) Plan
Weekly Payroll Deposit
Free Online CEUs
Generous Housing Allowance
Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
Traveler Rewards and Discounts
Job ID: P-
Open Positions: 1
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Worksite address
kearney, NE, 68847, US
Who can apply
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