RN - PCU

Cynet HealthStaff; Show Low (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff in Show Low, AZ is seeking an RN for a 13-week PCU assignment. The role requires 2 years of telemetry and acute care experience, an active RN license, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS, and comfort with 12-hour night shifts.

You will work with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio on Med Surg and 1:3 on stepdown, with a charge nurse available for support. The 18-bed unit includes private rooms, 6 PCU-capable beds, and telemetry/therapy services around the clock.

Qualifications

• Telemetry and acute care experience required.
• Charge nurse available 24/7 with patient load management.
• Ability to document monitor interpretations accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provide RN care for Med Surg/PCU patients in an 18-bed unit.
• Maintain RN to patient ratios of 1:4 (Med Surg) and 1:3 (stepdown).
• Collaborate with telemetry techs, CNAs, unit clerks and pharmacists.
• Weekend coverage required every other weekend.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Acute care

RN license

Critical care

Education

RN license

Tools

ACLS (AHA)

BLS (AHA)

NIHSS

Job description

RN - PCU

Profession: RN

Specialty: Med Surg/Progressive Care

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12H Nights

Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience: 2 years required, 3 years preferred

License: Required

Certifications: ACLS (AHA), BLS (AHA), NIHSS

Must-Have:

• Experience in telemetry and acute care settings.
• Charge nurse available 24/7, taking 0-2 patients as needed.
• Nurses validate monitor techs' interpretations and document frequently.

Description:The unit has 18 beds, including 6 capable of Progressive Care Unit functions.All rooms are private.The unit may house patients with COVID-19 if needed.There are temporary walls and an air handling system.Support staff includes telemetry techs, a charge nurse, unit clerks, and patient care technicians.CNAs share the floor, each managing up to 9 patients.The RN to patient ratio is 1:4 for Med Surg and 1:3 for stepdown patients.Common diagnoses include acute myocardial infarction, stroke/transient ischemic attacks, pneumonia, renal issues (dialysis), atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response, systemic inflammatory response syndrome, and diabetes mellitus.Registered nurses may float to other medical-surgical units as needed.Respiratory therapists and pharmacy services are available 24/7.Weekend work is required every other weekend across day and night shifts.