Travel Nurse RN - PCU - $2,025 per week in Indianapolis, IN

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Indianapolis
Posted on: March 31, 2025

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Indianapolis, Indiana, 46202 Pay Information $2,025 per week About The Position Job Title: Registered Nurse Job Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Job Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:30) Guaranteed Hours: N/A Experience: Minimum of 2 years. MedSurg RN with ICU and PCU experience considered with an additional two years. License: Must have begun the licensing process for an IN or compact license for start dates 4 weeks out. Certifications: ACLS and BCLS required Must-Have: COVID vaccine required unless exempt for medical or religious reasons; two supervisor references Job Description: - Charge nurse responsibilities may be required, with training provided. - Travelers will work every other weekend, but consecutive weekends may be needed for operational needs. - Travelers may be required to float within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals. - The unit has a mixed model of 32 beds: 15 PCU and 17 MedSurg, specializing in cardio-pulmonary care. - Primary patient population includes cardiac medical, valve replacements, COPD, CHF, pulmonary fibrosis, lung cancer, lung transplant, trach-to-vent, neurodegenerative diseases, flu, TB, and COVID-19. - PCU and MedSurg staffing ratios are 1:4 and 1:5-6 respectively, adjustments may occur based on skill set and staffing needs. - Orientation consists of 12 hours, with modules completed beforehand through an online learning system. - Expectations for call-ins include the necessity to make up missed shifts during the pay period or having it added to the end of the contract. - Modules are non-billable and take roughly 8-16 hours to complete on average. 27251977EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Change environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. In times of public health crises, travel nurses often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the well-being of communities. 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. Travel nurses often form close bonds with colleagues who share similar adventurous spirits. This camaraderie can provide a strong support system during assignments and beyond.

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