RN - PCU

Float Personnel Registered NurseProfession: Registered NurseSpecialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)Duration: 13 weeksShift: NightHours per Shift: 12 hours (19:00 - 07:30)Experience: Minimum of 1 year required, including charge nurse experience.License: Valid State License required.Certifications: ACLS, NIHSS.Must-Have: Charge nurse experience required.Description: The position requires a Float RN for a PCU/Step Down Unit. You will float to various units based on patient needs. Patient populations can include ER boarded patients, telemetry, and medical-surgical cases. Nurse-to-patient ratios typically vary from 1:4 to 1:6, depending on unit acuity. Experience in the U.S. healthcare system is required. Canadian nursing experience will not qualify. Charge responsibilities may apply on smaller units where the RN functions as the Charge Nurse. This will include managing staffing needs, bed flow, and general coordination. The role involves managing various procedures and care types, including telemonitoring and ventilated patients. You will need to demonstrate proficiency in advanced nursing skills such as blood product administration and care of patients with complex needs. Skills in interpreting arterial blood gases and managing cardiac drips are essential. Viability to float between locations may be required, and refusal to do so can lead to termination of the assignment. Commitment to work on designated holidays is expected. References will be necessary during the compliance process prior to the start of the assignment.