Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $3,019 per week

Company: Prokatchers
Location: Lancaster
Posted on: November 13, 2024

Job Description:

Prokatchers is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lancaster, California.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days, nights
• Employment Type: TravelSalary: $3,019.00/weekMedical specialty: Progressive Care UnitStandard shift: Days / NightsWeekly schedule: 3x12Float Requirement: Must be willing to Float.Description:A Registered Nurse who is responsible for the nursing care of patients in the Progressive Care setting guided by policies and procedures of the Progressive Care Unit and hospital.Job Duties:Nursing Process:Applies nursing process in direct patient care.Assessment of physiological, psychosocial, educational, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient as evidenced by written assessment within one hour of admission and visual assessment within fifteen minutes of arrival.Documents written assessment every four hours on HTR flow sheet.Reassesses patient's needs every four hours and more often when necessary and documents in HTR flow sheet and patient care plan. Provides further interventions as necessary and re-evaluates outcomes.Care of acutely ill patient.Monitors vital sign, i.e. EKG, Sa02, etc. and intervenes as necessary.Initiate emergency medications and IV drips, i.e. Lidocaine, Dopamine, Dobutamine, nitroglycerin, etc.Monitor invasive lines, i.e. central lines, arterial lines, etc.Monitor ventilator patients and intervene when necessaryOperate various pain management equipment, i.e. PCA, Epidural, etc.Assess patient for respiratory depressions and/or arrest and intervene Immediately, if necessary, i.e. CPR, use ambubag, chin lift maneuvers airways, etc.Responds to codes in unitEnsures that patients have a safe post-operative/post-procedural period including conscious sedationProvides age specific and disease specific care and education to patients/families relating to post procedural care.Nursing Care DeliveryDemonstrates knowledge of patient classification system.Demonstrates knowledge of staffing guidelines for Progressive Care unitDemonstrates knowledge of conscious sedationTechnical Equipment OperationOperates technical equipment safely, efficiently and accuratelyPressure line set up and maintenanceCardiac monitorsInsertion, maintenance, withdrawal of blood form arterial line, and removal of arterial lineCrash cart/defibrillator/cardiaverisonVentilator managementTransvenous pacemaker/non-invasive pacingFemostop/C-clamp for line removalEnvironmentAssists in the maintenance of safe, comfortable and therapeutic environment.Demonstrates knowledge of Progressive Care security policies and procedureExperience Required:Must have 2 years Progressive Care experience.Must have 1 year travel experience.Education Required: Associate's Degree (Community College, MBO) Preferred Education:Bachelor of Science (or higher) in Nursing Board Approved ProgramRequired Certifications & Licensure:Current California nursing license, or current multistate compact RN license.ACLS certification required on file in Department of EducationPreferred Certifications:National Certification (CCRN) on file with the Department of Education.National Certification (Med/Surg) on file with the Department of Education.ProKatchers LLC is revolutionizing healthcare staffing! ProKatchers LLC has been recognized as one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing companies in the country by Staffing Industry Analysts, real travel nurses, and allied healthcare professionals that work with our team. Our focus is on empowering our healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care experiences. We're dedicated to making your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don't have to. Our goal is to positively impact the healthcare industry by providing a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. Our responsive and friendly recruiters prioritize our clinicians in fulfilling their dream and mission of improving lives by providing quality patient care. If you don't have this kind of relationship with your current recruiter and travel nurse agency, maybe it's time you try one that's a little bit different and join us in making a difference! Mission Statement: We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. The Onboarding Process You Deserve: Looking for a travel nursing company that's got your back every step of the way? Look no further than ProKatchers LLC. Our recruitment specialists are the most detailed in the industry, and we work tirelessly to ensure your onboarding process is stress-free. We understand that contract transparency is a major concern for nurses, especially when navigating unfamiliar hospital systems with complex pay packages and different rules for each assignment, but don't worry, ProKatchers has got you covered! We have several policies in place to prevent confusion about what's expected from nurses before they begin a contract. Choose ProKatchers LLC for the onboarding process you deserve.!Prokatchers Job ID #C1234. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.About ProkatchersProKatchers LLC is a leading force in US Healthcare Staffing, connecting top-tier professionals with healthcare institutions. Committed to excellence and client satisfaction, we specialize in providing innovative workforce solutions, ensuring organizations thrive in the dynamic healthcare landscape. With a focus on building enduring relationships, we match qualified candidates to opportunities where they can make a significant impact. Our streamlined recruitment processes and cutting-edge technology set us apart, making ProKatchers LLC your trusted partner for reliable, personalized, and efficient healthcare staffing solutions. Your success is our priority.

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