RN - PCU

PCU RN PositionJob Title: PCU RNProfession: Registered NurseSpecialty: StepdownDuration: 13 weeksShift: 12H NightsHours per Shift: 12 hoursExperience: Minimum 2 yearsLicense: YesCertifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSSMust-Have: Driver's licenseDescription: Department: StepdownCertifications Required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSSCandidates may not be full time, part time, or PRN with any associated facility. Fingernail policy: Artificial nails are prohibited in all departments providing patient care. Refusal to remove nails will lead to termination of contract. RNs must successfully pass an exam during orientation. This is an open book exam on skills learned. RNs will be given all necessary resources to pass and must receive a 90% to pass. Unit has 33 beds with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-5. Common diagnoses include young adults through geriatrics, sepsis, STEMI, CHF, chest pain, COVID, stroke, renal failure, COPD, and DKA. Patients may present with complex medical issues including multisystem failure. RNs are required to titrate drips; common titratable or set rate drips include Heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitroglycerin, IV antibiotics, and Insulin. There is a charge nurse on each shift, but the charge nurse will also take an assignment. Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) are available on this unit with a ratio of 1:10, fluctuating based on unit census. The unit is equipped with BiPAP, Airvo, and other respiratory equipment. RNs must read and interpret telemonitor strips. Shifts are scheduled from 0630 to 1900 and 1830 to 0700. Unit schedulers will create the schedule. Weekend requirements are every other weekend and holiday requirements are as needed. RNs may float to other units as necessary. Scrub color for RNs is navy blue. There will be busy patient flow, including admitting and discharging within the same time frame while also completing shift changes. Attributes that will help make a nurse successful on this unit include a strong sense of teamwork, a friendly and positive attitude, and engagement in patient experience. Commitment to bedside reporting and hourly rounding is essential. In June, the unit will transition to a virtual nursing model, which will alter the nurse-to-patient ratio to 1:6. Each nurse will have their own CNA, and charge RNs will not have a patient assignment. The virtual nurse will assist with patient admissions, discharges, education, rounding, and care plans. RTO is needed upfront, with limited additional RTO approved. The hospital can cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment. Charting system is EPIC.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.