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Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Parkridge Medical Center

$1,525-1,820/week

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Certification details

BLS
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Job requirements

Requested Skill Set: Cardiac knowledge preferred
Advanced skills needed: Knowledge of Heparin, Cardizem, Dobutamine, Dopamine, and Amiodarone drips
Procedures performed on unit: Chest Tube management, wound vac management, EKG’s ad lib

Schedule information

Number of Beds: 30
Patient Ratio: 5-6:1
Scheduling requirements: equivalent of every other weekend (4 weekend shifts/4-week schedule)

Unit specific information

Unit Name: 3West Cardiac
Building: Main- 3rd floor
Unit staffing description: Unit clerk on days, 2-3 PCT’s day & night, Nursing Supervisor, Hospitalists
Type of equipment: Welch Allyn vitals neuron, Novameter glucose, Philips Telemetry and MP2’s
Documentation system: Meditech-HCA version
Medications: WOW with med drawers, PyxisES dispensing system
Floating policy: other M/S areas: general MS, Ortho, PCU (Progressive Care Unit), M/S surgical w oncology. We rotate unless skill mix is needed.
Patient Experience requirements: Bedside Rounding, Hourly Rounding with 5P’s checked. Reporting to PCT’s of known needs at beginning and during shifts, Check glass board for dept focus areas, Scrolling video kiosk available as well as email for update references.

Additional Details

Dress Code: RN- Navy and CNA/PCT- ceil blue scrub set and jacket (if desired). May wear white, blue, grey, or black tshirt underneath if desired- no graphics. No artificial or gel nails or gel nail polish

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Short Term Acute Care
275 beds
MEDITECH

ADDRESS2333 McCallie AveChattanooga, TN 37404

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About Chattanooga, TN

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Chattanooga, TN here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Chattanooga is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

Chattanooga experiences average summer highs of around 89°F and winter lows of around 30°F, offering a mix of warm and cool seasons for outdoor activities.

Furnished Housing

Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chattanooga, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity among tourists and visitors.

Transportation

Chattanooga is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
Public transportation options include CARTA buses and a free electric shuttle service in the downtown area.

Demographics

Chattanooga has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's flora and fauna.
The city also has a notable population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities.

Things to Do

Chattanooga offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art institutions, music venues, and sports facilities.
Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Lookout Mountain, Ruby Falls, Rock City, and enjoy the waterfront and the Tennessee Aquarium.

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