Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,173 per week in Columbus, OH

Job Title : Registered Nurse Profession : Nursing Specialty : Progressive Care Unit Duration : 13-16 weeks assignment Shift : Night Hours per Shift : 12 Experience : High acuity progressive care unit experience preferred, with two years of oncology experience preferred but not required License : Valid nursing license required Certifications : Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Must-Have : High acuity progressive care unit patient experience, infection prevention protocols emphasis, patient falls prevention Description : This position involves working in a high acuity environment within a progressive care unit specializing in oncology care. Pediatric patients may be present but are rare. The overall focus is on high acuity patient management and care standards. Required skills include interpretation of dysrhythmias, management of cardiac drips, and administration of blood products. Candidates must be capable of performing tasks such as central line care, peripheral line management, and IV starts. The role also involves the use of telemetry monitoring systems and other specialized medical equipment. Applicants should be prepared to manage the needs of patients diagnosed with solid tumors, orthopedic oncology, and thoracic oncology. Experience with infection prevention protocols and patient safety measures is essential. Support services available include physical therapy, respiratory services, and pharmacy among others. Successful candidates will demonstrate flexibility as they may be required to float within units of equivalent or lower acuity.