Open Position: RN - PCU

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $1895.08

Opportunity:

Not specified

Job Details:

* Work 3-12 hour shifts per week with every other weekend requirement
* Patient ratios: 1:4 to 1:5 on day shifts, 1:5 to 1:6 on night shifts
* Unit has 34 beds (630) and 25 beds (633) with 3 techs when full on 630 and 2 techs when full on 633
* May float between PCU units or to medical-surgical floors
* Required certifications: BLS and ACLS
* Must have critical thinking skills, EKG rhythm interpretation, and experience with cardiac, insulin, and heparin drips
* Peripheral IV skills required, peritoneal dialysis experience preferred
* Advanced skills needed: experience with BiPAPs, high flow oxygen, and multiple oxygen delivery systems
* Experience with stroke and post cardiac catheterization care required
* Experience with tube feedings and NG/dobhoff tubes required
* Equipment used includes BiPAPs, high flow oxygen, vapotherm, alaris pumps, cardiac drips, heparin drips, insulin drips, peritoneal dialysis, and wound vacs
* Documentation system: Meditech
* Procedures performed: peritoneal dialysis, thoracentesis, paracentesis, chest tube insertions, dobhoff/NG tube insertions, central line dressing changes, and wound vac troubleshooting
* Patient experience requirements: hourly rounding on days, every 2-hour rounding on nights, AIDET implementation
* Dress code: black scrubs
* Unit offers self-scheduling with 4-week schedules

Facility:

This medical center features a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) that provides intermediate-level care for patients requiring more monitoring than general medical-surgical patients but less intensive care than ICU patients. The facility maintains a "care like family" culture with excellent teamwork and utilizes advanced equipment for patient care. The PCU units are well-staffed with dedicated technicians and offer opportunities for professional growth with most travelers choosing to extend their assignments after their initial contract.

Location:

Nashville, TN

Nashville offers an exciting blend of music culture, vibrant entertainment scene, and growing healthcare opportunities in a city known for its friendly atmosphere and rich musical heritage. The area provides excellent dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions while maintaining reasonable cost of living and strong job market for healthcare professionals.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.