Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,229 per week in Lees Summit, MO

Job Title : Registered Nurse Profession : Nursing Specialty : PCU Duration : 13 weeks Shift : Night Hours per Shift : 12 Experience : Minimum of 2 years required, community hospital experience required, previous charge experience preferred License : Current and active nursing license required Certifications : BLS, ACLS, CPI, NIHSS required Must-Have : - 2 years of recent specialty experience required - Patient ratio experience of 1 : 5 - Charting experience required Description : The Registered Nurse will work in a Progressive Care Unit. This role involves caring for patients with intermediate levels of care. The nurse will be responsible for monitoring patients' vital signs and ensuring their comfort. They will manage multiple medical technologies and engage in patient education. The position requires knowledge of cardiology, including post-cardiac procedures and telemetry. Collaboration with interdisciplinary teams will be necessary to provide comprehensive patient care. The nurse must be capable of managing transfusions and IV therapies. Effective communication skills are essential for this role. The Registered Nurse will participate in the rapid response team as needed. Additional responsibilities will include managing hemodialysis and respiratory care. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong decision-making skills in critical situations. Flexibility to float between units may be required to meet facility needs. The position will require adherence to isolation precautions and wound care protocols. The work environment consists of a community hospital setting with a focus on adult and geriatric populations. The nurse will need to manage time efficiently while attending to patient needs effectively. Professionalism and adherence to clinical guidelines are paramount in this role.