TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27514 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse (RN) Job Specialty: Progressive Care Unit/Step Down Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Days 3x12 Hr Guaranteed Hours: 36.00 hours per week Experience: One (1) year of nursing experience License: Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state Certifications: - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification (AHA or ARC) - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) (AHA or ARC) - National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Must-Have: Nursing Diploma or ADN/ASN from an accredited school of Nursing Job Description: - Provide competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. - Coordinate and deliver patient care utilizing the nursing process. - Participate in identifying and meeting learning needs. - Attend education programs to enhance skills. - Use patient education materials relevant to the population. - Assess patient and family readiness and ability to learn. - Identify expected patient outcomes and revise plans of care as needed. - Engage in interdisciplinary team discussions for evaluating patient care. - Communicate relevant information to ensure continuity of care. - Demonstrate competence in care of patients with complex problems. - Perform bedside point of care testing as required. - Utilize healthcare organization standards, policies, and procedures. - Organize and prioritize care according to patient/family needs. - Consult with appropriate resources for complex care issues. - Develop goals for professional growth. - Participate in unit goals and performance improvement activities. - Promote cost-effective care. - Recognize and synthesize data from complex situations. - Collaborate with patient/family for care planning. - Utilize multidisciplinary resources in planning and assessing care. - Address cultural and ethnic issues in care planning. - Engage in continuous learning by reading journals relevant to practice. 26253930EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA Core Competency Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Each assignment introduces you to new colleagues, mentors, and professionals in the healthcare industry. Building a diverse professional network can open doors to future career opportunities and collaborations. In some assignments, travel nurses may have opportunities to participate in health education initiatives, promoting preventive care and wellness in the community. Interacting with patients from diverse backgrounds enhances your cultural sensitivity. This is crucial in providing patient-centered care and fostering positive patient experiences. Travel nurses may find themselves in challenging situations that require effective crisis management. This experience can be valuable in emergency healthcare settings and disaster response teams. With a constant demand for healthcare professionals, travel nurses often enjoy job security. The ongoing need for qualified nurses ensures a steady stream of opportunities in various locations.