Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Overview

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Dayton, Ohio.

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Location: Dayton, Ohio facility

• Monitors and interprets cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and other telemetry data; responds to abnormalities
• Administers prescribed medications and treatments with a focus on cardiac care
• Prepares equipment and assists physicians during cardiac-related procedures
• Maintains patient comfort and safety for telemetry patients
• Documents nursing history and physical assessment; notifies supervisor or physician of status
• Responds to life-saving situations according to cardiac policies and protocols
• Initiates patient education plans focusing on cardiac health, risk factors, and lifestyle modifications
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care
• Maintains patient and client confidentiality
• Performs other duties as assigned within the scope of practice
• Adheres to safety, infection control, and regulatory standards

• One year of recent experience as a Stepdown RN
• Current valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS Certification (AHA/ARC)
• Current ACLS Certification (AHA/ARC)

• Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) Certification
• NIHSS Certification
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

A Stepdown Registered Nurse provides care to patients transitioning from intensive care to medical-surgical or general inpatient units. These patients require frequent monitoring and specialized nursing interventions. They assess and manage complex patient needs, administer medications and treatments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, patient-centered care.

• Monitors and interprets cardiac rhythms and telemetry data; responds to abnormalities
• Provides prescribed medications and treatments according to nursing techniques, with focus on cardiac care
• Prepares equipment and aids physicians during cardiac-related procedures
• Maintains awareness of comfort and safety needs of telemetry patients
• Observes patient conditions and notifies supervisor or physician as needed
• Responds to life-saving situations per cardiac protocols
• Documents nursing history and assessments for telemetry patients
• Initiates patient education plans tailored to cardiac health
• Collaborates with the interdisciplinary team for comprehensive care
• Maintains confidentiality of patients and clients
• Performs other duties as assigned within scope of practice
• Adheres to hospital safety protocols and regulatory standards

• Critical thinking, service excellence, and good interpersonal communication
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions; PC skills proficiency
• Physical Abilities - Able to remain stationary, move equipment (50-100 lbs), push, pull, and bend
• Interpersonal Skills - Able to work with a variety of personnel with professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills - Ability to grasp, perform fine manipulation, push/pull, and move about during procedures
• Mental Requirements - Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and handle irregular schedules
• Sensory - Visual acuity and effective communication

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• PTO after 1560 hours
• Life and Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we offer day one insurance, mental health coverage, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we’re here to guide and celebrate you along your journey.

Other duties may be assigned. This job description is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities and is subject to change at any time with or without notice. Fusion is an EOE/E-Verify Employer.

Fusion Medical Staffing - Nursing Job . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.