Description

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intermediate Care
Location: Clyde, NC
Agency: Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Pay: Competitive weekly pay (inquire for details)
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Travel Contract

Location

Clyde, North Carolina

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Full-Time | Onsite | Day Shift (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) | 36 Hours per Week | Every Other Weekend Required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a 22-bed Progressive Care Unit serving an adult cardiac population, including cardiac observation, post cardiac catheterization lab patients, and cardioversion patients
• Monitor patients via telemetry and respond appropriately to changes in cardiac status
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation within the Paragon EHR system
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary care team to coordinate patient care and discharge planning
• Float to other units as required to support staffing needs
• Adhere to a 4:1 patient-to-nurse ratio while delivering safe, high-quality care

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• Minimum of 2 years of PCU, step-down, or ICU experience
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) at minimum
• Proficiency with telemetry equipment and cardiac monitoring
• Must reside 60 miles or greater from facility to qualify as a travel candidate

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with the Paragon electronic health record system
• Background in cardiac specialty nursing with familiarity in common cardiac diagnoses and treatments
• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team-oriented environment

Why Join Us

• Work at a Joint Commission Accredited facility offering a broad scope of specialty services including cardiology, orthopedics, and surgical care, located near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park with easy access to major regional destinations
• ASAP and upcoming start dates available with bi-weekly orientation scheduling for a smooth onboarding experience