RN - PCU

Registered NurseJob Title: Registered NurseProfession: NursingSpecialty: Intermediate Care UnitDuration: 13 WeeksShift: 12 Hour NightsHours per Shift: 12 hours per shift, weekends as scheduledExperience: 2 years of experience requiredLicense: Valid nursing license requiredCertifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS requiredMust-Have: Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and holidaysDescription: This is an Intermediate Care Unit with 30 beds, including private and semi-private rooms. Certification requirements include BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS. The RN-to-patient ratio goal is 1:4, but is usually 1:5, and may occasionally reach 1:6. Charge nurses take a full patient assignment on both day and night shifts. There will usually be 2-3 certified nursing assistants with ratios of 1:10-12. Weekend work requires 4 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule. Holidays require flexibility for scheduling, although permanent staff usually cover holiday shifts. Nursing staff are required to wear navy blue scrubs. Nurses must be able to read and interpret telemetry strips, although there are telemetry technicians on staff. Registered Nurses (RNs) should be able to titrate drips including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Labetolol, Nitro, and Heparin. Respiratory equipment is managed by respiratory therapy staff. There is a hospitalist on-site 24/7, along with an intensivist in the ICU. An intravenous team is available 24/7 for IV starts and management. Regular pharmacy services are also available around the clock. Nurses must be available for shifts, ready to go by 6:45 AM/PM. Self-scheduling is permitted as long as unit needs are met. Staff are allowed 4 requested days off per month. All staff may be required to float to other units as needed. Orientation consists of one day with HR followed by two days on the unit with a preceptor. Common diagnoses include chest pain, risk of myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, arrhythmias, post-pacemaker care, and pre/post catheterization patients. The cancellation policy is strict, with no tolerance for attendance issues including tardiness and call-offs. Charting is completed in the EPIC system. A Bachelor of Science in Nursing is not required for this position.City: WheelingState: WVBenefitsWe 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 OpportunitiesDisclaimer: Benefits 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.About Cynet Health: 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.