RN - PCU

Cynet Health; Prescott Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking an experienced RN for the PCU/ICU unit on a 13-week assignment. Night shifts are 12 hours with responsibility for critical care patients and telemetry monitoring.

Requirements include a minimum of two years in ICU or equivalent mix, valid RN license, and BLS/ACLS certifications. The nurse will titrate sedation, vasopressors, and insulin per protocol.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience or equivalent mix of ICU/PCU/Med Surg.
• Strong skills in critical care nursing.
• Required to titrate drips including sedation, vasopressors, and insulin.

Responsibilities

• Monitor telemetry and perform 12-lead EKGs throughout shifts.
• Titrate drips (sedation, vasopressors, insulin) per protocol.
• Manage patient care for ICU/PCU patients on a 13-week assignment.
• Collaborate with charge RN and float to related units as needed.
• Adhere to unit staffing ratios and chart using electronic system.

Skills

ICU nursing

Critical care nursing

Telemetry monitoring

12-lead EKGs

Vasopressor titration

Job description

RN - PCU

Profession: RN (Registered Nurse)

Specialty: ICU/PCU

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12-Hour Nights

Hours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum 2 years

License: Yes

Certifications: BLS, ACLS

Must-Have:

• Minimum 2 years of ICU experience or equivalent combination of ICU and PCU/Med Surg experience.
• Strong skills in critical care nursing.
• Required to titrate drips including sedation, vasopressors, and insulin.

Description:Unit provides a comprehensive level of care within one unit for multiple acuities.The unit accommodates 10 beds with varying nurse-to-patient ratios depending on acuity.ICU ratios are 1:2, PCU ratios are 1:4, and MST ratios are 1:5-6 with fluctuating staffing.Successful candidates must pass a dysrhythmia exam with a score of 80% or higher within two attempts before contract signing.Staff is required to monitor telemetry and perform 12-lead EKGs.Charge RN manages 50 inpatient beds across various acuity levels.Remote Monitor Technicians are available for patient monitoring.Shifts run every other weekend with rotation for holiday coverage.Floating to related units may be necessary based on patient care needs and staffing requirements.Dress code permits most scrub colors except camouflage.Charting is done using an electronic system.