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Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jul 5, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Step-Down/PCU (Intermediate Care) position in Indiana, requiring telemetry experience and an active IN or compact RN license.
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26-bed Step-Down Intermediate Care unit in a hospital setting
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Patient population includes cardiac, neuro/stroke, dialysis, post-operative, respiratory, and general medical-surgical overflow patients
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Responsibilities include telemetry monitoring, IV drip management (cardiac, vasoactive, insulin infusions), and care for patients with central lines, PICC lines, oxygen therapy, high-flow oxygen, and CPAP/BiPAP
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Day shift: 07:00–19:30
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Floating to other med/surg units may be required
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13-week contract
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Active RN license in Indiana or a compact state currently in hand
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Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (both must be AHA-issued)
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NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
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Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
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Step-down, PCU, or telemetry nursing experience required
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Nursys license verification required prior to start
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Must possess a US Social Security Number and provide a US home address
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Must provide SSN, DOB, two professional references, skills checklist, copies of certifications, license verification/Nursys, and a copy of Driver's License for consideration
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Provide direct nursing care to medically complex patients requiring telemetry monitoring, frequent assessments, and specialized interventions
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Perform comprehensive cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, and hemodynamic assessments and interpret cardiac rhythms and lab results
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Administer IV medications and manage complex patient care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, and case management
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Accurately document assessments and interventions in the EMR
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Recognize and respond to early signs of patient deterioration, including activating rapid response as needed
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Local candidates are accepted; however, candidates residing within the facility's radius may be subject to a reduced rate — contact your recruiter for details
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COVID vaccination is not required for this position
