RN - PCU

Cynet HealthStaff; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Cardiac Stepdown PCU assignment in Morgantown, WV. The role supports post-operative cardiac care, including CABG, valve replacements, and heart transplants, with a focus on patient safety and quality outcomes.

The RN will work 12-hour nights in a 13-week contract, manage a 1:3 patient ratio, and accurately titrate drips such as Heparin and Amiodarone while documenting care in the electronic health record.

Qualifications

• Must have Cardiac/vascular experience.
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Care for cardiac surgery post-operative patients (CABG, valve replacements, heart transplants).
• Maintain a 1:3 nurse-to-patient ratio on the unit.
• Titrate drips (Heparin, Amiodarone) and monitor patient status.
• Chart patient data using the facility's electronic health record system.
• Shift includes every other weekend and holidays as scheduled.

Skills

Cardiac care

Telemetry/ECG interpretation

Critical care nursing

Job description

RN - PCU

Profession: RN

Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12-hour Nights

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience: Minimum 2 years

License: Required

Certifications: BLS, ACLS

Must-Have: Cardiac/vascular experience

Description: The position requires a Registered Nurse specializing in Cardiac Stepdown.Candidates must have experience in caring for cardiac surgery post-operative patients.Common cases include CABG, valve replacements, and heart transplants.Vascular surgery experience with procedures such as AAA repair and angiograms is also necessary.Nurses will manage a stepdown ratio of 1 RN to 3 patients.Nurses must be skilled in titrating drips, including Heparin and Amiodarone.CMTs on the unit will interpret cardiac strips.Shifts include every other weekend and holidays as scheduled.The dress code consists of solid royal blue and white scrubs.Unit orientation will be provided over 2-3 shifts.This unit is noted for its emphasis on quality care and teamwork.Charting is completed using a specified electronic health record system.