3 Wisconsin Transitional Care Unit (TCU) Jobs
Travel Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit
$2,455/wk
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Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.
Additional Details:
References: At least one reference must be from the same unit/specialty as the job you're applying to.
Resume: Each employment history entry must include all the following: detailed duties, hospital size, unit size, trauma level (if applicable), patient ratio, teaching facility.
Required Skills/Experience:
- Must have 1 year PCU (MS-Tele experience only not appropriate) or prior ICU experience.
Special Requests:
- Will accept travel duos.
- Will consider block scheduling but not guaranteed.
Unit Details:
- Two RNs in the department at all times. Team nursing with an RN and LPN may cover a total of 7 patients.
- Common diagnoses/patient population include pneumonia/Covid, post-op knees, hips, and falls.
Shift & Scheduling:
- Self-scheduling with balancing to help fill gaps in permanent staffing.
- Every 3rd Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Floating Requirements:
- Not required to float; the other option is to go home and lose hours. May float to the ED for tasking or to take hold patients.
- Less likely to be put on call/standby if willing to float into other areas like the ED.
Previous Employment Requirements:
- Must take full 6 months off from any Sanford Health or Good Samaritan Society location as well.
- If previously worked with Marshfield, end date must be at least 6 months prior to submission.
- Must disclose previous employment on your resume or elsewhere within the submission for a DNU check.
Required Credentials:
- Any employment gaps greater than 30 days must be explained.
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 Wisconsin
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.