RN - PCU

Registered Nurse Stepdown Care UnitThis position involves care for patients with a wide range of medical conditions. The patient-to-nurse ratio is typically 3 to 1. Common diagnoses include COPD, CHF, DM, sepsis, renal issues, DKA, alcohol withdrawal, overdoses, pneumonia, and other respiratory conditions. Some patients may require Bipap, Cpap, or face mask ventilation. Experience with trached patients on ventilators, chest tubes, G tubes, NG tubes, PICC lines, and central lines is necessary. RNs will be required to titrate drips; common titratable drips include Cardene, Cardizem, Amio, Dobutamine, Heparin, and Vasopressors. There is a charge nurse available on each shift, and they may take an assignment if staffing is not ideal. Patient Care Technicians are available to assist, typically caring for up to 10 patients each if the unit is full. All patients will be on bedside monitors. Telemetry technicians interpret strips, while RNs confirm readings. Shifts are conducted in a 12-hour format, either from 7 PM to 7 AM or 7 AM to 7 PM. Staff members will be scheduled in coordination with the unit supervisor. Every other weekend and holiday shifts are required. Travel RNs may float to other stepdown or general medical units as necessary. The dress code is any color scrubs. Unit-specific orientation includes training for electronic health record systems and unit practices. The working environment is in an acute care setting.We offer competitive benefits, including:Medical, dental & vision insuranceFree and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison supportPersonalized career consultant and "single point of contact" serviceIndustry?leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonusesFree tax return assistance for travelers401(k) Retirement PlanHealth Savings Account (HSA)Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)Life and AD&D InsurancePaid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)Supplemental Insurance PlansIdentity Theft ProtectionPet InsuranceEmployee Wellness ProgramsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Career Growth and Professional Development OpportunitiesBenefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest?growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct?hire, and non?clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long?term care facilities, labs and more. We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by BluePipes, recognized among the fastest?growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.Job Board Disclaimer By applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text "HELP" for more info, or "STOP" to unsubscribe. Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.