RN - PCU

Cynet Health; Federal Way (WA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking an RN for a 13-week PCU assignment in Washington. The role requires 2 years of experience, RN license, and certifications ACLS, BLS, NIHSS. Schedule is 12-hour nights, 6:00 PM–6:30 AM, with a 24-bed unit and nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3-4.

The RN will be responsible for titrating drips, reading strips, and managing patient care with float opportunities across regional facilities. Weekend and holiday coverage is required, and orientation for new hires is provided.

Qualifications

• PCU experience required.
• RN licensure required.
• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Work in a 24-bed Stepdown Care Unit with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3-4.
• Titrate drips such as amiodarone, diltiazem, dopamine, nitroglycerin, lasix, and dobutamine.
• Read strips and interpret remote monitor data with oversight from a charge nurse on duty 24/7.
• Weekend requirements: every other weekend; holiday coverage as specified.
• Floating among designated facilities within the region as needed.

Job description

RN - PCU

Profession: RN

Specialty: Stepdown Care Unit

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12 Hours Nights

Hours per Shift: 6:00 PM - 6:30 AM

Experience: 2 years

License: Required

Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Must-Have: PCU experience

Description:This position entails working in a stepdown care unit.The unit has a total of 24 beds with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3-4.Common patient diagnoses include pneumonia, ARDS, Covid-19 infection, hypertension urgency, angina, cardiac catheterization patients, and alcohol withdrawal.Nurses are required to titrate drips.Common titratable and set rate drips include amiodarone, diltiazem, dopamine, nitroglycerin, lasix, and dobutamine.There is a charge nurse and house supervisor on duty 24/7.Nurse aids are present in the unit with a ratio of 1:10.Respiratory equipment includes CPAP, BIPAP, and high flow oxygen.Remote monitor technicians are available, but RNs are responsible for reading strips with approval.Weekend requirements involve working every other weekend.Holiday requirements include working two of the winter holidays.Floating among designated facilities within the region is required.The unit has a specific orientation process for new hires.