Overview

We are searching for an experienced and dedicated Travel PCU/Stepdown RN to join our dynamic team for travel assignments across the U.S. This role provides a unique chance to gain valuable experience in different healthcare settings and make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Position Details:

• Primary Location: Lima, OH (other locations available)
• Additional Regions: Assignments available in Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia, and Nebraska
• Shift: 12-hour nights, floating as needed
• Schedule: Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Unit: Stepdown RN - 4K - Stepdown float to ICU or MS/Tele as needed

Patient Population and Unit Specifics:

• Patient Types: Stepdown float to ICU or MS/Tele as needed. Could be assigned low acuity ICU patients, examples may include low dose vasopressor, stable vent with ET Tube and sedation, 3% saline, NIH post thrombectomy or TNK, etc. The ICU team will be available for questions and support as well.
• Preferred: Experience with Pre/Post Cath Lab patients and Pre/Post CABG.
• Lines/Drains/Devices: Central lines, medi ports, PICC’s, midlines, foley’s, nephrostomy tubes, pleurix catheters, chest tubes, NG tubes, PEG tubes, J tubes, flexiseal.
• Airway Management: Trachs/vents, BiPAP, CPAP, Heated High Flow, Trachs, Nasal Cannula
• Medications & Equipment: Amio, Cardizem, Nitro, Heparin, Dobutamine, Cardene, Lasix, Bumex, Narcan, Milrinone, mainly fixed rate drips. If needing titration, transferred to ICU.
• Uniform: Navy blue scrubs

Requirements:

• Minimum 1-year experience in PCU (travel experience not required)
• Active RN license in Virginia or compact state coverage
• BLS and ACLS, NIHSS certifications
• Preferred: CCRN, PCCN, 6 months acute care experience, EPIC EHR familiarity, Critical Care Course
• Must have exp working with ICU level patients as needed
• Must have exp with vents/trachs

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, provide, and direct patient care and education
• Conduct initial and ongoing patient assessments and implement and evaluate treatment plans
• Administer medications safely, consistent with facility policies
• Serve as point of contact for patient care coordination within hospital departments and family/caregivers
• Manage patients with multi-system organ failure and trauma
• Utilize the AACN Synergy Model to maintain stability across physiological, psychological, and psychosocial aspects

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with a diverse patient population
• Travel nationwide to various healthcare facilities, broadening your experience and enhancing professional growth
• Enjoy competitive pay and comprehensive travel benefits

Apply Now! If you're a motivated and passionate PCU/Stepdown RN looking to take your career on the road, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and join us in making a difference across healthcare settings.