RN - PCU

Cynet HealthStaff; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff seeks a Travel RN to join the PCU team in Denton, TX for a 13-week assignment on the night shift. The unit handles stroke patients, cardiac drips, BiPAP, and post-procedure care, with a 4:1 patient ratio and support from PCTs.

Candidates must hold an RN license and current BLS, ACLS, and NIH certifications. Preceptor and charge nurse experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license required
• BLS certification required
• ACLS certification required
• NIH certification required

Responsibilities

• Travel RN for a PCU unit
• Nurse-to-patient ratio typically 4:1, may flex to 5:1 during staffing shortages
• Manage stroke patients, cardiac drips, BiPAP, and post-procedure patients
• Work with Meditech EMR and telemetry monitoring
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and provide bedside care

Job description

RN - PCU

Profession: RN

Specialty: PCU

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 1 year

License: RN License

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH

Must-Have:

• BLS
• ACLS
• NIH Certification

Description:We are seeking a Travel RN for a PCU unit.The nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 4:1 but may flex to 5:1 during staffing shortages.The unit manages stroke patients, cardiac drips, patients on continuous BiPAP, and post-procedure patients.The PCU has 25 beds and 54 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff.The night shift comprises 1 charge RN, 6 staff RNs, and 3 PCTs.Equipment includes BiPAP, restraints, Airvo, seizure precautions, bedside monitoring, and telemetry.The electronic medical record (EMR) system used is Meditech.Candidates must possess BLS, ACLS, and NIH certifications to be considered.Preferred qualifications include preceptor experience and charge nurse experience.Typical procedures performed on the unit include emergent thoracentesis and telemetry monitoring.We are looking for compassionate team players who communicate well with an interdisciplinary team.Candidates should demonstrate integrity and a willingness to help others.Unit policies and guidelines will be provided upon orientation.