Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a night shift Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position in Indiana requiring at least 1 year of experience and active IN or compact RN licensure.

Details

• 26-bed Stepdown Intermediate Care Unit in a hospital setting
• Diverse patient population including cardiac, neuro/stroke, dialysis, post-operative, respiratory, and general med/surg overflow patients
• Provides care requiring telemetry monitoring, frequent assessment, and specialized interventions for medically complex patients
• Manages patients with devices including telemetry monitors, IV drips (cardiac, vasoactive, or insulin infusions), central lines, PICC lines, and oxygen therapy (high-flow O2, CPAP/BiPAP)
• Night shift: 19:00–07:30
• Floating to other med/surg units may be required
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active RN license for Indiana (Standard or Compact) currently in hand
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Current BLS certification (AHA)
• Current ACLS certification (AHA)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Nursys license verification required within 30 days prior to start
• Must possess a US Social Security Number and provide a US home address
• Valid driver's license required
• Two professional references required
• Current skills checklist required for consideration

Additional Information

• Performs comprehensive assessments including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and hemodynamic status
• Monitors and interprets cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and lab results, escalating changes in patient condition to providers as needed
• Collaborates with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, and case management
• Educates patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
• Documents assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in the EMR
• Recognizes early signs of patient deterioration and activates rapid response or escalates care as needed
• Local candidates are accepted, though a radius rule applies — candidates residing within the facility's radius may be eligible at a reduced pay rate