RN - PCU

Cynet Health; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health in Austin, Texas seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Progressive Care Unit on a 13-week assignment. You will work nights, 12-hour shifts, caring for PCU patients.

The unit includes 52 PCU beds, 6 IMC beds and 14 CVICU beds, with an emphasis on teamwork and patient safety. Strong cardiology experience is required, including open hearts, heart failure, post-catheterization and valve patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year RN experience.
• Active RN license required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Cardiology experience with open hearts, heart failure, post-catheterization and valve patients.

Responsibilities

• Care for PCU patients including post-catheterization, heart failure, valve cases.
• Collaborate with a large team to uphold patient safety and care quality.
• Adhere to unit policies and dress code; navy scrubs required.
• Utilize EKG, vital sign machines, glucometers and computer systems.

Skills

Cardiology experience

RN proficiency

Patient safety

Team collaboration

Education

Active RN license

BLS Certification

Tools

EKG machines

Vital sign machines

Glucometers

Computer systems

Job description

RN - PCU

Profession: Registered Nurse

Specialty: Progressive Care Unit

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night Shift

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience: Minimum of 1 year

License: Active RN license required

Certifications: Current BLS certification required

Must-Have:

Candidates must have cardiology experience with open hearts, heart failure, post-catheterization lab patients, and valve patients.

Description:This position involves working in a Progressive Care Unit, which consists of 52 beds for PCU patients, 6 beds for Intermediate Care, and 14 beds for CVICU.The unit is staffed by roughly 80 Registered Nurses and 40 Patient Care Technicians.Patient care ratios are 1:5 for RNs, with Patient Care Technicians assigned to a range of 7-15 patients.The team focuses on collaboration and supports each other in delivering high-quality care.Candidates should be willing to assist other staff members and adhere to unit policies and procedures.A strong emphasis is placed on patient safety, including fall and skin risk management.CNCs round once per shift to verify all fall precautions are in place.The unit performs cardioversions and radiologist-guided thoracentesis procedures.Candidates will work with a variety of equipment, including EKG and vital sign machines, computer systems, and glucometers.The unit serves specific patient populations and does not admit neuro patients, anyone under 18, or mother/baby needs.Candidates are expected to wear navy blue scrubs and are encouraged to follow the dress code strictly.The unit is recognized as being in the top 5% of patient experience units.The department has a strong culture of teamwork and professional development.This position offers an opportunity to join a skilled team and contribute to exceptional patient care.