RN - PCU

Cynet HealthStaff; Dayton (OH); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a registered nurse for a 13-week RN - PCU assignment in Dayton, OH. Work a day shift (12 hours) in a Step-Down unit with a targeted 1:4 to 1:5 patient ratio and team nursing. Candidates must have an active RN license (compact acceptable) and BLS/ACLS certifications.

Experience in ventilator management, Epic charting, and EKG interpretation is required. You may float to other units as needed; travel policies apply and rotation includes weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• Ventilator experience required.
• Epic charting experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret EKG strips required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a step-down environment with a 1:4 to 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio.
• May float to other units as needed per assignment.
• Assist with respiratory therapy support for ventilated or high-oxygen patients.

Skills

Ventilator experience

Epic charting

EKG interpretation

Tools

Epic charting

Job description

RN - PCU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Step Down

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 1.5 years of experience in step-down or progressive care unit

License: Active RN license or compact license

Certifications: BLS, ACLS

Must-Have:

• Ventilator experience


• Epic charting experience


• Ability to read and interpret EKG strips

Description:This position requires a registered nurse to provide care in a step-down environment.Experience in a 1:5 patient ratio is required.ICU experience does not count toward the necessary requirements for this role.The unit is trialing a team nursing approach where nurses and patient care technicians work together to care for a group of patients.Nurses may function in either team nursing or primary nursing, depending on the trial status.Targeted patient ratios are typically 1:4 but can be up to 1:5 to 1:6.Candidates must pass an online EKG competency assessment before starting.The patient population primarily includes individuals with COPD, CHF, pneumonia, flu, sepsis, diabetic ketoacidosis, and post-COVID conditions.Support from respiratory therapy is available for patients requiring trach care, ventilators, BiPAP, and high oxygen requirements.Experience with insulin, heparin, and cardiac drips is essential.Nurses must be comfortable floating to other units as needed.Availability for every other weekend and holiday is required.Travelers are expected to follow facility policies regarding cancellations due to low census.Interdisciplinary support includes respiratory services, physical therapy, and social services, among others.The patient care model emphasizes teamwork and effective collaboration.Navy blue scrubs are required for this position.