2 Connecticut Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Jobs
Travel Nurse (RN) - Step Down Unit
$2,167/wk
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Required Skills/Experience: 1-2 years of experience required.
Preferred Skills/Experience: RN experience with respiratory/vented patients strongly preferred.
Unit Details: Respiratory-focused, vent-dependent patient population in a medical environment that is not traditional Med/Surg. Nurses do not manage ventilators; RTs handle vents. Nurse responsibilities include IV starts, drips, blood administration, EKGs, medication titrations, glucose monitoring, wound vac changes, complex and simple wound dressings, trach care, suctioning, straight cath, Foley care, port access, central line dressing changes, and wound measurements. Respiratory step-down ratios: D/E 1:9, N 1:12. Respiratory Care Unit ratios: D/E 1:9, N 1:12. TRU cares for TBI and medically complex chronic care patients; ratios: D/E 1:7-10, N 1:12.
Shift & Scheduling: Every other weekend is required.
Floating Requirements: Will float to like chronic care units: RCU, RCU2, SDU, and TRU; travelers float first. For a 12 hour shift, may be on one unit for 4 hours and another for 8 hours.
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Transitional Care Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary
The job responsibilities of a Transitional Care nurse are to provide skilled nursing care. This includes maintaining ventilators, administering respiratory treatments, and administering medications such as IV fluids and IV antibiotics. TCU nurses also provide wound care and education to patients and families. Both Registered Nurses and Licensed Practical Nurses can work in Transitional Care settings. As people recover from extensive illnesses, TCU nurses are in high demand. The average annual salary in the United States for a Transitional Care nurse is around $80,000. Salaries may be higher if the nurse has relevant certifications or additional years of experience.
Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Travel Nurse Jobs in Connecticut
Transitional Care nurses work in hospital and skilled rehab settings. The Transitional Care Unit (TCU) is an intermediate unit between acute care and home. Patients in this unit are still recovering from an acute illness or injury and need additional rehab and care before going home. Job descriptions for Transitional Care nurses note excellent critical thinking skills and prior rehab experience. Are you looking for your dream job? Explore the many Transitional Care travel nurse opportunities below.
