RN - CCU

Cynet Health; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a registered nurse for the CCU to provide expert nursing care to critically ill patients in a high-acuity setting. The role requires an active RN license, ACLS/Stroke scale training within 90 days, and strong cardiovascular monitoring skills.

You will work 4x12 shifts for a 6-week assignment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team for optimal patient outcomes. The position emphasizes assessment, timely interventions, and teaching patients and families, with

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• ACLS certification within 90 days.
• NIH Stroke Scale within 90 days.
• EKG/FIT test required.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care to critically ill patients using the nursing process.
• Perform head-to-toe assessments and develop individualized care plans.
• Maintain accurate patient histories, assessments, and documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team; assist with procedures as needed.
• Lead and mentor junior staff, ensuring patient safety and quality of care.

Skills

Nursing

Critical Care

Patient assessment

Airway management

Cardiac monitoring

Job description

RN - CCU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Critical Care

Duration: 6 weeks

Shift: 4x12

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 5 years preferred

License: RN License required

Certifications: ACLS certification within 90 days, NIH Stroke Scale within 90 days, EKG/FIT test

Must-Have:

Nursing process skillsCare of critically ill patientsAirway managementPain managementCardiac monitoring

Description:Provides professional nursing care to assigned patients utilizing the nursing process.Assesses and reassesses patients and applies the nursing process to ensure optimal patient care.Performs a head-to-toe assessment on all patients and re-assessments as required.Provides individualized, age-specific care that supports homeostatic regulation, hemodynamic monitoring, and physiologic functioning.Maintains accurate and continued nursing documentation, including patient histories and assessments of changes.Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity, maintaining patient confidentiality.Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and families.Functions as a patient advocate.Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and provides age-appropriate care.Interacts professionally with patients and families, involving them in the formation of an individualized plan of care.Reviews, revises, and resolves the plan of care daily.Formulates a teaching plan based on identified learning needs and evaluates the effectiveness of learning.Supervises other health care staff involved in patient care.Demonstrates the ability to assist physicians with procedures.Responds promptly to changes in workload to achieve optimal productivity and efficiency.Participates in the development, implementation, and evaluation of performance improvement activities.Functions as a preceptor to orient new employees.Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs and in-service meetings.Maintains operation of patient care equipment and ensures an adequate stock of supplies.Demonstrates flexibility, organization, and the ability to function under stressful situations.Meets all departmental-specific competencies.Performs housekeeping duties when needed.Assists with the transportation of patients when required.Adheres to dress code and medical center policies addressing infection control, safety, and guidelines.Performs other related duties as assigned.Serves as team leader and role model for other staff members.