RN - PCU

Registered Nurse In Intermediate Care Unit

This position requires an RN working in an Intermediate Care Unit. The RN will manage a varied patient population with complex clinical needs. The ideal candidate will float within a multi-disciplinary team. Staff are encouraged to participate in professional development and education. Candidates should be ready for a fast-paced environment. Nurse to patient ratios are typically 1:4. Experience in a teaching hospital or level I trauma center is preferred. Experience with Cerner charting systems is a plus.

Experience: Minimum 1 year of nursing experience required. License: Active Illinois nursing license required. Certifications: BLS and NIHSS required, ACLS preferred. Must-Have: Experience in telemetry, neuro stepdown, PCU/IMC. Must have skills in cardiac monitoring and emergency response, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias. Required skills in post-cardiac angiogram, post-MI, and pre/post cardiac catheterization management. Experience with hemodialysis management and renal failure is necessary. IV therapy skills including arterial line management and phlebotomy are essential. Experience in managing cardiac drips and procedural sedation administration is required. Experience with neurologic and orthopedic cases, including craniotomies and total joint replacements, is necessary. Required skills in respiratory management for ventilated patients and interpretation of ABGs. Knowledge in wound care and isolation precautions is expected.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

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.

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.

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