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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jul 12, 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/Intermediate Care Unit position in Anderson, Indiana, requiring telemetry experience and an active IN or compact RN license.
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26-bed Step-Down/Intermediate Care Unit (SDU/PCU) in a hospital setting
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Patient population includes cardiac, neuro/stroke, dialysis, post-operative, respiratory, and general med/surg overflow patients
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Provides care for medically complex patients requiring telemetry monitoring, frequent assessment, and specialized interventions
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Manages patients with telemetry monitoring, IV drips (cardiac, vasoactive, or insulin infusions), central lines, PICC lines, and oxygen therapy including high-flow O2 and CPAP/BiPAP
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Night shift: 18:00–06:30
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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 IN RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
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Current BLS certification (AHA only)
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Current ACLS certification (AHA only)
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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, progressive care, or telemetry unit experience required
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Strong critical thinking, clinical judgment, and ability to manage complex patients in a fast-paced environment
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Full Social Security Number and full date of birth required for consideration
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Two professional references required for consideration
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Copy of Driver's License required for consideration
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Perform comprehensive assessments including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and hemodynamic status
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Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and lab results, and notify providers of changes in patient condition
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Administer IV and other medications per physician orders and hospital policy
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Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including physicians, respiratory therapy, physical therapy, and case management
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Educate patients and families on diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions
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Recognize early signs of patient deterioration and escalate care as needed
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Accurate EMR documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses is expected
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Local candidates are accepted; however, candidates residing within the facility's radius may be subject to a reduced pay rate
