RN - PCU

Registered Nurse Stepdown

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Profession: RN

Specialty: Stepdown

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12H Nights

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience: Minimum 2 years

License: Required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Must-Have: Telemetry, EMR experience

Description: Manager interview required with no clinical involvement. The unit is a 55-bed platform providing patient care. Supported patient population includes adults and rarely, pediatrics aged 15 and older. The RN to patient ratio during both day and night shifts is 1:4. Shifts are 12 hours with possible times of 0630-1830 and 1830-0630. Weekend requirements include every other weekend. Scrubs required are navy blue for nurses and ceil blue for nursing assistants. Nursing Assistant support is available. A Charge Nurse is present on the unit. Additional support staff includes educators, care managers, social workers, dieticians, physical and occupational therapists. Common patient diagnoses include CVA, TIA, shortness of breath, COVID, subdural hematoma, and weakness. Common drips and medications include PCA pumps for pain management, cardizem, and insulin. Telehealth experience is a competency needed for the role. An open book exam on skills learned is part of the orientation process, requiring a score of 90% to pass. Artificial nails are prohibited in departments providing patient care. Refusal to comply with this policy will result in termination of the contract. Successful candidates will be able to manage the daily operations of the unit. The atmosphere is tight-knit, fostering a collaborative environment. The hospital can cancel up to four shifts during a 13-week assignment. The charting system used is EPIC. The care setting is acute, and the trauma level is classified as Level 1.

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

Disclaimer: 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.

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