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Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Redding, California
Mercy Medical Center Redding

$2,484-2,854/week

Posted 14 hours ago Verified

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A hospital in California is looking for an experienced PCU RN for a travel assignment. The right candidate will have 2+ years of experience. The PCU is a stepdown unit from the ICU. RNs should have experience in an ICU stepdown or PCU unit. Training is telemetry. Training in high-risk medications.

Job requirements

Must have 2-3 years of experience in specialty - open to first-time travelers. Must be invested in the mission and values. It is also important the traveler is self-motivated and team-oriented.

Schedule information

12Hr shifts starting at 645am/pm. 3 shifts/week. Schedules made out about 2-3 weeks in advance initially and then try to schedule them out 9 weeks in advance. Self-scheduling for the most part.
4 weekend shifts in a 4-week schedule, Days - Sat/Sun, Nights - Fri/Sat

Unit specific information

The PCU is a critical care stepdown with 14 beds/7 rooms.
Nurse:Patient Ratios: 1:3.
Common diagnoses/Types of patients: Stepdown patients from ICU, TBI/trauma patients, major surgery, CEA, sepsis.
Experience with arterial and CVP pressure lines; titrating pressors; precedex; trach & stable vented patients required.
Are RNs required to titrate drips? Yes
Common titratable &/or set rate drips: Precedex, dopamine, dobutamine, levophed.
Are there nurse aids on this unit/Ratios: 1 aid most of the time for all 14 beds.
No call or standby requirement.
Floating Requirements: First to float, float to Tele or MedSurg.
Scrub Color/Dress code: Navy blue.
Unit/Department specific orientation: 1 shift on unit.

Additional Details

COVID Vaccine Required (Certification).
The unit stresses the patient experience and understanding HCAHPS and core measures.
**HOLIDAY RTO WILL BE CONSIDERED, HOWEVER IT MAY NOT BE GUARANTEED.

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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Redding, CA is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 90-100°F, while winter lows average around 30-40°F.
Redding experiences long summers and mild winters.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Redding, CA, with options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Redding is car-friendly, with a well-maintained road network.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.

Demographics

Redding has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Redding offers a variety of activities including exploring Turtle Bay Exploration Park, visiting the Sundial Bridge, and enjoying outdoor activities at Shasta Lake and Whiskeytown Lake.
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