RN - PCU

Registered NurseJob Title: Registered NurseProfession: NursingSpecialty: Intermediate Care UnitDuration: 13 weeksShift: 7P-7AHours per Shift: 12Experience: Minimum of 1 year in Intermediate/PCU level of care experience; 2 years if only having Med/Surg experience with some PCU.License: Active Nursing LicenseCertifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS preferred; AACN preferred; CCRN preferred.Must-Have: Experience with trauma patients and performing neuro checks.Description: Immediate start needed. Interviews will be conducted with the manager. This is a Level II Trauma Center. Patient population includes trauma patients within a 50-mile radius. The unit holds 12 beds. Nursing staff will care for neuro strokes and stable craniotomies, managing CIWA and seizure precautions. Medical/surgical patients may include those with respiratory illnesses such as COVID, flu, pneumonia, and long-term trach with vents. Other patient types include those experiencing respiratory failure requiring BiPAP or high-flow oxygen, COPD exacerbations, post-op general surgery, sepsis, IV drug abuse, and thyroid storm. Cardiac patients include those with STEMI, NSTEMI, CHF, atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response, and those post-cardiac catheterization or ablation. Post-operative TAVR patients will also be included. Patient ratios will be RN 1:3-4 during both day and night shifts, with tech support at a ratio of 1:6-12, depending on staffing. Skills required include high-flow oxygen management, chest tube care, wound vac dressing changes, BiPAP, general drain and ostomy care, and IV starts. Experience with trach patients on vents is essential, including knowledge of administering 100% FiO2 via suction support and silence alarms. Nurses are required to conduct care for temporary pacemakers, TR bands, and post-femoral sheath care, along with cardiac rhythm interpretation and drips including Amiodarone and Cardizem. The unit will have support available from CNAs, charge nurses who may have patients as needed, and a resource nurse available 24/7. Respiratory Therapy and Clientist services will also be on-site 24/7. Physical and Occupational Therapy services are available Monday through Friday. The facility utilizes a charting system with experience in Cerner preferred. Staff will need to float to other departments if assigned. Weekend rotation is every other week. There may be low census callback as needed. Holiday expectations will vary based on unit needs. Scrub color must be professional attire.BenefitsWe 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.