RN - Stepdown

Details

Client Name
St Michael Medical Center

Job Type
Travel

Offering
Nursing

Profession
RN

Specialty
Stepdown

Job ID
19342079

Weekly Pay
$2311.0


Shift Details

Shift
7:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Scheduled Hours
36


Job Order Details

Start Date
11/23/2026

End Date
02/22/2027

Duration
13 Week(s)


Job Description
Cardiac PCU Nurse

Position Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Cardiac PCU Nurse to join our team. This position involves providing high-quality nursing care to patients in a step-down unit specializing in cardiac care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients with cardiac-related conditions.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and vital signs, making necessary interventions.
• Titrate medications and manage intravenous (IV) drips as per protocols.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians and pharmacists, to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Participate in patient and family education regarding health management and discharge planning.
• Provide support and supervision to nursing assistants and other healthcare staff.

Shift Details

• Shift: Nights (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Schedule: 36 hours per week with weekend requirements (every other weekend minimum).
• Holiday Requirement: Availability for at least two major holidays during the season.
• Floating Requirements: May float to an adjacent PCU unit within skill set.

Unit Information

• Unit: Cardiac PCU (5th Floor)
• Total Beds: 24
• Patient Ratios: 1:3-4 for PCU level acuity.
• Common patient diagnoses: CABG, TAVR, post-cardiac catheterization, temporary pacemakers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU), specifically with Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) patients.
• Required Certifications: BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), and NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale).
• Preferred Certifications: CRRN (Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse), PCCN (Progressive Care Certified Nurse).

Technical and Equipment Competence

• Experience with titratable medications including nitroglycerin, heparin, cardizem, and amiodarone.
• Ability to read and interpret cardiac monitor strips independently.
• Familiarity with respiratory therapy equipment such as CPAP and BiPAP.

Additional Information

All candidates must possess a flexible, team-oriented mindset to meet unit demands effectively. Upon hiring, candidates may be required to complete an 8-hour EPIC class and an orientation process to familiarize themselves with necessary systems and protocols.

Client Details

Address
1950 NW Myhre Rd, Silverdale, WA

City
Silverdale

State
WA

Zip Code
98383