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Registered Nurse - Progressive Care
Location: Watertown, New York, 13601
Job Type: Contract
Shift: 36-night hours
Schedule: 12 hours x 3 days
Contract Duration: 13 weeks, with potential for extension
Start Date: ASAP
Job Description:
We are currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse - Progressive Care to join our team on a contract basis at our facility in Watertown, New York. As a PCU RN, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality patient care during the night shift (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.), with weekend, holiday, and call requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Provide nursing care in a Progressive Care Unit setting, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Monitor and assess patients' clinical, teaching, mental, and spiritual needs.
- Recognize safety issues for patients and staff, taking necessary actions to mitigate risks.
- Safely assist with patient lifts and mobility, adhering to best safety practices.
- Manage stressful situations effectively, demonstrating problem-solving abilities.
- Prioritize and delegate tasks, and provide strong leadership within the team.
- Assume duties as a charge nurse if required.
- Ensure effective communication with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Participate in a continuous learning environment, adhering to required certifications and competencies.
Qualifications:
- Graduate from an accredited School of Nursing.
- Current RN license in New York State.
- At least 1 successful completed travel assignment as a registered nurse (new travelers will not be considered).
- Critical care experience preferred.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a team-oriented environment.
Certifications Required:
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
- NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – Preferred
- Coronary Care Course or successful completion of challenge exam during orientation period.
- Basic Lethal Dysrhythmia certification within six months of employment.
- NIHSS certification within the first six months of employment.
Additional Requirements:
- Previous employees of Samaritan Healthcare must be gone for at least 2 years and eligible for rehire to be considered.
- Traveler must be a permanent resident of their home location.
If you are a passionate and experienced nurse who is looking for an opportunity to thrive in a dynamic and supportive environment, we encourage you to apply!
How to Apply:
Please submit your updated resume along with required certifications to be considered for this exciting opportunity.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: Up to $75.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 per week
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
Medical Specialty:
- Critical & Intensive Care
- Emergency Medicine
- Hospital Medicine
- Pediatrics
- Urgent Care
Physical Setting:
- Hospital
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Completion bonus
- Crisis pay
- Overtime pay
- Signing bonus
Application Question(s):
- How soon can you join us?
- Please mention an active email address.
Experience:
- PCU: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
- BLS Certification (Required)
- ACLS Certification (Required)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Watertown, NY 13601 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $75
