TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Rapid City, South Dakota, 57701 About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Job Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Job Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: 12 Hour Days Guaranteed Hours: 36 per week Experience: Minimum 1 year in PCU or Telemetry License: Registered Nurse (RN) through applicable Board of Nursing Certifications: - Basic Life Support (BLS) - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Must-Have: Comfortability working in a team nursing model Job Description: - Care for adults with a variety of diagnoses including CHF, ARF, hepatitis, ESLD, DM, DKA, pneumonia, sepsis, GI bleed, syncope, chest pain, pulmonary emboli, respiratory failure, COPD, arrhythmias, seizure disorders, overdose, and delirium tremors - Maintain patient ratios of 1:4 in PCU/Tele - Perform cardiac and vasoactive drip titration, cardiac rhythm interpretation, IV starts, and blood product administration - Manage CIWA, drain/tube management, catheter insertion and management, insulin drips (both DKA and non-DKA), continuous bladder irrigation, and chest tube maintenance - Exhibit effective verbal and written communication, strong clinical judgment, and professional bedside manner - Act as a strong team player with a positive attitude and adaptability - Work alongside LPNs in a team nursing model with task swapping as necessary - Float to appropriate units such as Med Surg, Ortho/Neuro/Surgical, Heart and Vascular Unit, Oncology, ICU, and Observation based on experience - Participate in a supportive staffing model with resources such as charge nurses, phlebotomy services, and a resource nurse - Utilize EPIC charting system - Follow weekend rotation and holiday expectations as required - Attend required orientation sessions (Note: All information adheres to confidentiality guidelines and is prepared for career site postings without sensitive or proprietary details.) 26123346EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS - AHA BLS - AHA Core Competency Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Confront diverse medical cases that challenge and expand your skill set. Each assignment becomes a learning opportunity, contributing significantly to your professional growth and expertise. Constantly adapting to new environments and healthcare facilities challenges you to expand your knowledge and skills. This dynamic nature of travel nursing contributes significantly to your professional growth. 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. Managing assignments, travel logistics, and adapting to new environments requires effective time management. Travel nursing helps you hone your time management skills, a valuable asset in any healthcare setting. Travel nursing is a fulfilling adventure. The combination of professional growth, personal enrichment, and the excitement of exploring new places makes it a unique and rewarding career choice.