RN - PCU

Registered Nurse in Pulmonary Care Unit

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Pulmonary Care Unit

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Hours (18:45 - 07:15)

Experience: Minimum of 2 years required

License: Current state license or compact license

Certifications: ACLS, BLS

Must-Have: Previous travel experience, skills in IV start, ventilation management, telemetry, and CPAP/BiPAP, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias

Description: RTO after booking is not allowed and cannot be worked out onsite. Any call-offs or additional RTO on the unit may result in cancellation. The unit accepts 13-26 week contracts. A maximum of 7 days RTO is automatically approved. All RTO must be pre-approved. The unit requires floating to similar units. Every other weekend work is expected. Patient population includes those with COPD, pneumonia, respiratory distress, COVID-19, flu, and pulmonary embolism. The acuity level is on the higher end for a med-surg unit. A team lead will be present in a 3:1 ratio that rounds the whole unit. Two respiratory therapists are assigned during shifts, along with an assistant nurse manager. No nurse will manage more than one vent patient at a time. The unit consists of 48 beds in total. The CNA ratio is approximately 9-10:1. Most patients experience COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, or acute respiratory failure. The patient population may also include telemetry monitoring or patients with chest tubes. Special equipment available includes chest tubes, infusions, ventilators, trach care, and BiPAP/CPAP. Staffing resources involve an Admission/Discharge nurse, assistant nurse manager, vascular access team, rapid response team, and code team. Teamwork and adhering to policy are essential.

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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