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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring telemetry and PCU/neuro stepdown experience along with BLS certification.
Requirements
Active or pending Oregon RN license accepted; emergency license also accepted
BLS certification required through AHA
ACLS and NIHSS certifications preferred
Minimum 1 year of experience within the last 3 years in MS/Tele/PCU
PCU and neuro stepdown experience with NIHSS certification preferred
Epic charting experience required
Skilled in telemetry monitoring, cardiac rhythm interpretation, and dysrhythmia management
Experience with non-invasive airway management and peripheral line care
Experience with cardiac drips such as nitro, Cardizem, amiodarone, and Nicardipine
Rapid response team activation experience required
Isolation precaution and PPE knowledge required
Responsibilities
13-week assignment in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within a Magnet-designated, Level II Trauma teaching hospital
Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM
RN to patient ratio of 1:3-4
Every other weekend required, but not guaranteed
May float within scope to meet facility needs, including to a nearby affiliated hospital
Uses Epic for charting
36 guaranteed hours per week
Care for patients with a wide variety of neurological and cardiac conditions including strokes, brain tumors, traumatic brain injuries, and cardiac dysrhythmias
Unit is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center and Spine Center of Excellence
Staff receive training in NIHSS, swallow screen, and spine immobilization
Works closely with a dedicated Stroke Navigator
Scrub color is royal blue
Free parking available onsite
Floating may be required to a nearby affiliated hospital approximately 15 minutes away
First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
Local candidates are accepted
Requests for time off exceeding 2 weeks require approval
Former employees of the health system are ineligible for 6 months after termination
Block scheduling is not accommodated
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
salem, OR, 97308, US
Who can apply
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