RN - PCU

Cynet HealthStaff; Lake Lotawana (MO); On-site; USD 109,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

The RN - PCU position in Missouri is a 13-week contract for a registered nurse in a progressive care unit. The unit has 18 beds and about 60 staff members; night shift includes 4 RNs and 2 techs, with a 4:1 patient ratio. Common procedures include post-cath care and drip titrations, using Meditech EMR and Welch Allyn monitors.

Staff attire requires grey scrubs; hoodies are not allowed. Weekends may require 2–3 shifts every four weeks, and there are no on-call requirements for this role.

Qualifications

• Active registered nurse license required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU).
• ACLS and NIH certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in PCU with 4:1 patient ratio.
• Perform post-cath lab care and drip titrations.
• Utilize Meditech EMR and Welch Allyn vital signs monitors.

Skills

1 year experience

Education

RN license

Tools

ACLS

NIH

Job description

RN - PCU

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Progressive Care Unit

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: Night

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 1 Year

License: Required

Certifications: ACLS, NIH

Must-Have: Candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.

Description:This position is for a registered nurse in a progressive care unit.The unit has a total of 18 beds and approximately 60 staff members.The day shift consists of 5 registered nurses and 2 patient care technicians, while the night shift has 4 registered nurses and 2 patient care technicians.Patient ratios are maintained at 4 patients per registered nurse.Common procedures performed on this unit include post-cath lab care and drip titrations.The unit is equipped with devices such as EKG machines, BiPAP equipment, Welch Allen vital signs monitors, and Alaris IV pumps.The electronic medical record system used is Meditech.Staff attire requires grey scrubs, and hoodies are not allowed.Recognition awards are given for quality, including an employee of the month and the Daisy Award.Weekends may require availability for 2 to 3 shifts every four weeks.No on-call requirements are needed for this position.