RN - PCU

Registered Nurse - Step Down

The Step-Down Unit Registered Nurse provides specialized nursing care to patients requiring close monitoring and frequent assessment. Patients in this unit do not meet the criteria for intensive care. The RN is responsible for delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary healthcare team. This role requires strong critical thinking skills and the ability to manage complex patient conditions in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide direct patient care for medically complex patients requiring telemetry and specialized interventions.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, including respiratory, cardiovascular, neurological, and hemodynamic status.
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and laboratory results.
• Notify providers of changes in patient condition.
• Administer medications safely, including IV medications, per physician orders and hospital policy.
• Manage and care for patients with medical devices such as telemetry monitoring and IV drips.
• Implement and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare disciplines to optimize patient outcomes.
• Educate patients and families regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, and patient responses in the electronic medical record.
• Recognize early signs of patient deterioration and activate care escalation as needed.
• Adhere to infection prevention protocols, fall precautions, and patient safety standards.
• May float to other medical/surgical units as needed.

The unit serves a wide variety of patients, including those with cardiac issues, neurological conditions, respiratory problems, and post-operative needs.

Benefits include:

• 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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