Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
San Diego, CA
Travel Nurse Across America
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,284/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,284/week

Description

We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in San Diego, CA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.

As a PCU Travel Nurse, you will care for patients who require close monitoring and frequent assessment, but aren't unstable enough to need ICU care. Progressive Care Unit RNs will utilize computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information, detecting any changes and thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations. Close observation is necessary as many PCU patients receive a significant amount of complex medications, sometimes through an intravenous line that may need to be adjusted or titrated. The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding.

As a PCU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:

Provide basic bedside care; stabilize critical cardiac patients.
Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.
Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, and interpret and record electronic displays.
Initiate corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology.

PCU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Because of the fast-paced environment, Progressive Care Unit RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 3 Years

* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

TNAA Job ID #1181188. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Nursing Progressive Care Unit - PCU RN - Travel Nurse

Employer

Travel Nurse Across America

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About

At TNAA, we take pride in doing things differently. We place our healthcare travelers on high-paying assignments in exciting locations across the country, but it's our service before, during and after your assignment that sets us apart. Our dedicated, supportive staff understands how stressful preparing for a travel assignment can be, and that's why we put our experience to work for you to remove the headaches and send you smoothly on your way. Across our recruiting, clinical, quality assurance, payroll and housing teams, we promise to go out of our way to offer you an exceptional customer service experience. You may be a temporary employee of the facilities you serve, but when you travel with us, you become a permanent part of the TNAA family! Some of the benefits you receive with TNAA:

Guaranteed Pay - Many contracts allow a hospital to call off a set amount of shifts without penalty to the hospital. When that occurs to a traveler on contract with TNAA, their per diems are not affected.
Paid Sick Leave - Sick leave, in all 50 states, begins accruing from your first day, and you're eligible to use it after 90 days of employment.
Travel Reimbursement - We offer up to $1,000 in travel expense reimbursement.
Your Way is Paid - TNAA pays for all costs associated with getting the licenses and certifications needed for your assignment.
Housing - Get the most out of your housing subsidy with our Easy Stay program or utilize our company provided housing.
Insurance - We offer liability, vision, dental and health from day one.

More of what we offer can be viewed on our website at: www.tnaa.com/benefits

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About San Diego, CA

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in San Diego, CA here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in San Diego is higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing and transportation.
Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 70-80°F, while winter lows range from 45-55°F.
San Diego experiences a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in San Diego, but they may be in high demand and require thorough research and early booking.

Transportation

San Diego is car-friendly, but traffic congestion can be an issue in some areas.
Public transportation options include buses, trolleys, and trains, providing convenient access to various parts of the city.

Demographics

San Diego is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the Mediterranean climate and proximity to the coast.
San Diego has a large population of travel nurses due to its numerous healthcare facilities and desirable location.

Things to Do

San Diego offers a vibrant culinary scene with diverse restaurants, a thriving arts and music community, and plenty of outdoor activities such as hiking, surfing, and beach relaxation.
The city also hosts various sports events and has numerous entertainment options, including theme parks and historic landmarks.

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