Registered Nurse (RN) PCU Stepdown | Brooksville, FL

Registered Nurse (RN) PCU Stepdown | Brooksville, FL

Join a high-acuity Progressive Care Unit (PCU) team providing specialized care to cardiac and telemetry patients. This 46-bed unit offers a dynamic environment with opportunities to manage complex patient cases, collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, and advance your critical care skills in a supportive setting.

Employment Type: Full-Time | Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, rotating weekends | Pay: $30.76 to $41.50/hr based on experience | Shift Differentials: Nights $4.75/hr, Weekends $3.00/hr, National Certification $2/hr | Sign-On Bonus: $15K Nights / $10K Days | Relocation: Case by case

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition during admission and each shift, reporting changes promptly.
• Administer medications, monitor therapeutic responses, and intervene for adverse effects.
• Provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a progressive care setting.
• Operate and monitor telemetry and drips as prescribed.
• Educate patients, families, and caregivers on conditions, treatments, and follow-up care.
• Advocate for patient needs and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.
• Document care accurately and ensure compliance with nursing standards and protocols.

Qualifications

Required

• Registered Nurse (RN) with current Florida license or multistate compact license (Florida RN license required within 60 days if compact).
• Nursing Diploma or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN); BSN preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of acute care RN experience (hospital, LTACH, home health, or rehab considered).
• Current BLS certification.
• Critical thinking, strong communication, and computer proficiency.

Preferred

• Experience in cardiac PCU, telemetry, or stepdown units.
• Ability to manage a variety of cardiac drips.
• Previous experience in high-acuity, progressive care settings.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay: $30.76-$41.50/hr with applicable shift and certification differentials.
• Sign-On Bonus: $15K Nights / $10K Days (partial payout at hire, remainder in 6-month increments).
• Relocation assistance available on a case-by-case basis.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match and employee stock purchase program.
• Paid time off, family leave, and professional development support.
• Access to wellness programs, counseling, and tuition reimbursement.

This position is ideal for RNs with acute care experience who are passionate about cardiac and progressive care. Nurses who thrive in fast-paced, high-acuity environments and value teamwork, patient advocacy, and professional growth will excel in this role.