RN - PCU

Cynet HealthStaff; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a registered nurse for a 13-week RN - PCU assignment in a stepdown unit. The role emphasizes caring for adults with varied medical and surgical conditions, with responsibilities including telemetry monitoring and safe titration of drips.

Must have an active RN license and current BLS/ACLS/NIHSS certifications. Shifts are 12 hours, with every other weekend and two holidays during the contract.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years RN experience in stepdown care.
• Licensure as a Registered Nurse is required.
• BLS, ACLS and NIHSS certifications are required or must be current.

Responsibilities

• Care for adults with medical and surgical conditions in a stepdown unit.
• Monitor telemetry and read interpretation of strips.
• Titrate drips (Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, insulin) as ordered.
• Collaborate with charge nurses and patient care technicians to ensure safe, high-quality patient care.

Skills

Arterial lines

Titrate drips

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Education

RN License

Job description

RN - PCU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Stepdown

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12-Hour Days

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum of 2 years

License: Required

Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS

Must-Have:

Competent in Arterial LinesAbility to titrate drips

Description:This position requires a registered nurse with a strong background in stepdown care.Candidates must be able to work in a demanding environment.Natural skills in communication and the ability to work as a team player are essential.Nurses will be responsible for caring for adults with various medical and surgical conditions.Common patient diagnoses include cardiac, dialysis, cancer, vascular issues, sepsis, respiratory concerns, stroke, and renal failure.Nurses are expected to read and interpret telemetry strips.Heparin, Nitro, Dopamine, Cardizem, Amiodarone, and insulin are examples of titratable drips used in the unit.Charge nurses are present on each shift and will take an assignment.There are nurse aides or patient care technicians on the unit as well.Shifts are from 0630 to 1830 and 1830 to 0630.Every other weekend and a minimum of two holidays during the contract timeframe are required.Floating to medical-surgical or ICU departments may occur based on patient acuity.The dress code for the unit is navy blue scrubs.Training specific to the unit will be provided.This unit serves diverse populations, focusing on exceptional patient care experiences.Flexibility and adaptability are crucial characteristics for a successful candidate.Feedback and the willingness to learn are strongly encouraged.A minimum of 7 days of requested time off is acceptable upfront; additional requests will not be approved.The charting system used is EPIC.This role operates in an acute care setting.The department emphasizes teamwork and communication regarding patient medications and care.