Travel Nurse RN - PCU in Indianapolis, IN - Excellent Benefits

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Job Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - Neuro Trauma Surgical Job Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Night - 4x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30) Guaranteed Hours: Not specified Experience: Minimum 18 months required License: - For start dates 2-4 weeks out - Must have Indiana or compact license in hand - For start dates over 4 weeks out - Must have started the Indiana/compact licensing process Certifications: - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - Basic Life Support (BCLS) Must-Have: - Minimum 2 years of experience - Proficient in Telemetry and Neuro Experience - Management of Drips Job Description: - Must be flexible with weekend requirements; travelers must be able to work 50% of the weekends during their contract. - Possibility of precepting and/or having students shadow. - First-time travelers accepted; must be okay with being assigned students or precepting. - Shift Requirements: 4x12 or 3x12. - Call-Ins: If a traveler calls in for a contracted shift, they are expected to make up the day during the pay period if a 0.9 FTE. If unable to make up during the pay period, the shift will be added at the end of the contract. - Charge coverage may be required pending operational needs, with provided training and resources. - Skillset Preferences: Conscious Sedation and Level 1 Trauma Experience. - Floating Requirements: Travelers may need to float to different levels of care with provided resources, if needed. - Staffing Ratios: 1:3-4 (rarely see 5 during emergencies). - Unit Information includes CVAs, hydrocephalus, brain tumors and resections, seizures, TBIs, shootings, stabbings, motor vehicle collisions, and large wound cleaning and closures. - COVID-19 Vaccine: Not required. - Flu Vaccine: Required; medical/religious exemptions allowed. - Modules are non-billable, averaging 6-12 hours to complete and are done pre-start, reported via the online learning system. - Orientation: 12 hours non-billable. 26134802EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA Core Competency 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Different facilities may use various healthcare technologies and electronic health record systems. Exposure to these technologies enhances your proficiency in adapting to different digital healthcare platforms. Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with pride, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of each assignment. The sense of adventure and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a distinctive dimension to your career. Tailor your career path by selecting assignments that align with your professional goals and interests. This customization allows you to focus on areas of healthcare that resonate with your passion. Travel nursing assignments often take you to areas with healthcare shortages. Your presence in these communities contributes to filling critical gaps in healthcare services.