RN - Neuro PCU

Cynet HealthStaff; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognition programs

Employee of the month awards

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking an RN for a 13-week Neuro PCU assignment in Nashville. Shift is 07:00–19:00, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 2 years of acute care nursing and valid RN license. BLS and ACLS required.

Unit features 30 beds, with 22 acute and 8 stepdown, and a focus on stroke and neuro care. Weekend shifts may be required; travel or float to other units after orientation is possible. Scrubs include black or blue/grey shades, with color options on Fridays.

Qualifications

• Active RN license required.
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience in acute care.
• Experience in neuro stepdown and strong critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients in a 30-bed Neuro PCU with 22 acute and 8 stepdown beds.
• Maintain appropriate nurse-to-patient ratios (6:1 acute, 4:1 stepdown).
• Perform bedside shift reports and participate in daily huddles.
• Execute neuro and stroke-related procedures and meds, with appropriate device use.

Skills

RN

Neuro PCU

Acute care

Critical thinking

Tools

Meditech

Job description

RN - Neuro PCU

Profession: RN

Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 07:00 - 19:00

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 2 years

License: Valid RN License

Certifications: BLS and ACLS

Must-Have:

• Strong nursing skills in acute care
• Experience in neuro stepdown
• Strong critical thinking skills

Description:The unit consists of 30 beds, with 22 for acute care and 8 for stepdown.Patient ratios are 6:1 on the acute care side and 4:1 on the neuro stepdown side.Staffing includes an RN charge overseeing the unit, 1-2 technicians, and a unit secretary.Equipment on the acute care side includes vital sign machines, high flow oxygen, chest tubes, suction, and various drips for stroke care.On the neuro stepdown side, equipment includes Vapotherm, Bipap, tracheostomy care, and titrating cardiac drips.Documentation is done using the Meditech system.Weekend shifts are required based on scheduling.Experienced nurses may float to other units after orientation.Patient engagement includes bedside shift reports, fostering personal connections, and daily huddles.Most common procedures performed include lumbar punctures and chest tube placements.Dressing in scrubs can be black, any shade of blue or grey, and any color scrubs on Fridays.The unit offers recognition programs, including shout-out boards and employee of the month awards.The environment is supportive for those looking to advance to ICU positions.