Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring Level I Trauma center experience and telemetry skills. Requirements Active RN license (Compact or KY State) required at time of consideration Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required; TNCC preferred Minimum 2 years of experience in trauma surgical and/or transplant patient populations Level I Trauma center experience required Experience with teaching hospital or high-volume facility preferred Skilled in managing cardiac drips, heparin protocols, and IV insulin protocols (no titration) Experience with BiPAP/CPAP management and tracheostomy care preferred Experience with ortho trauma, surgical drains, and wound care/wound vac Transplant experience preferred Previous travel nursing experience required At least 1 professional reference required for consideration Responsibilities Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a Level I Trauma center hospital Patient population includes trauma surgical and abdominal transplant patients Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM Telemetry monitoring required, including dysrhythmia interpretation and management Candidates will float within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital Required to work 3 of 5 winter holidays Provide comprehensive care to trauma surgical and transplant patients in a high-acuity PCU setting Monitor and manage cardiac drips, dysrhythmias, and respond to emergencies as needed Perform wound care, fracture care, post-surgical care, and assist with patient mobility and traction Local candidates within 100 miles of the facility are not accepted Previous UK-affiliated staff must have a 6-month gap before returning as a traveler All requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed prior to offer; requests made afterward will not be approved Any license disciplinary history will disqualify candidates from consideration First-time travelers will be considered for this position 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-784058 Open Positions: 1 #J-18808-Ljbffr American Traveler