Travel Nurse RN - Operating Room - $1,718 per week in Sandy Springs, GA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Operating Room
Location: Sandy Springs, GA
Agency: Highland Staffing, LLC
Pay: $1,718 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 12 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Pulmonary/Thoracic

Job Summary

This is an exciting 12-week travel assignment for a dedicated Registered Nurse to join a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) specializing in Pulmonary and Thoracic care. Located in Sandy Springs, Georgia, this role involves providing high-quality, patient-centered care to individuals requiring close monitoring and advanced interventions for respiratory and thoracic conditions.

The successful candidate will work 12-hour day shifts, three days per week, contributing to a collaborative and dynamic healthcare environment. This position offers an opportunity to leverage your expertise in a specialized PCU setting, caring for a diverse patient population with complex pulmonary and thoracic needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of pulmonary and thoracic patients, including respiratory status, cardiac rhythm, and neurological function.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring accurate dosage and documentation.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and lab results, escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
• Manage patients with various respiratory devices, including ventilators, BiPAP/CPAP, and oxygen therapy.
• Provide care for patients with chest tubes, tracheostomies, and other thoracic surgical interventions.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Educate patients and their families on disease processes, treatment plans, and self-care strategies.
• Maintain accurate and thorough electronic health records.
• Respond to emergent situations and initiate appropriate interventions.

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting.
• Demonstrated experience caring for pulmonary and thoracic patient populations.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Not specified.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring.
• Experience with ventilator management and respiratory support equipment.
• Competence in chest tube management and wound care.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.
• Proficiency in electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Shift Details

• Hours: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
• Days per Week: 3 days
• Call Requirements: Not specified.
• Weekend Rotations: Not specified.
• Contract Length: 12 weeks
• Assignment Dates: July 27, 2026 - October 17, 2026

Licensing Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Georgia or a Compact State license with Georgia as the primary state of residence.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.