RN - PCU

Med/Tele/PCU Registered Nurse

The unit consists of 32 beds. Nurse to patient ratios are 1:4-5, with occasional 5-6 on nights. PCU level care overflow on the unit has a ratio of 1:3. Common diagnoses and types of patients include adults and geriatrics. Patients may present with cardiac catheterizations, electrophysiology studies, pacemaker management, and alcohol-related conditions. Additional cases include COVID-19 patients on Bipap, general surgical patients with a cardiac history, and medical patients with a history of pneumonia, COVID-19, acute on chronic conditions, influenza, and sepsis.

Tele/cardiac Registered Nurse experience is desired, along with PCU experience. Epic system experience is preferred, open to first-time travelers. Registered Nurses are required to titrate drips. Common titratable and set rate drips include Amiodarone, Cardizem, Heparin, Nitro, Nipride, Lasix, and low-dose Dopamine. Levophed is not utilized. A Charge Nurse is present on each shift and may take an assignment of 2-3 patients if needed.

There are nurse aides/patient care techs in this unit with a goal ratio of 1:10. Registered Nurses use RT equipment such as Bipap, trachs, and airvo but are primarily responsible for troubleshooting. Tele/Monitor Techs are available on the unit. Registered Nurses read and interpret cardiac strips. Shifts are scheduled from 7 am to 7 pm and 7 pm to 7 am.

Rotating shifts occur no more than once a week, based on unit needs. Weekend requirements involve working every other weekend, with holiday requirements also being every other. Floating is expected to all areas as helping hands, including PCU for full patient loads, medical-surgical for full assignments, and some emergency room holds or boarding. Any color scrubs are acceptable. Unit-specific orientation lasts for two shifts, with 12-hour shifts on the first week.

The focus is predominantly on telemetry and cardiac care. Additional note:
Candidates may not be employed full-time, part-time, or PRN with any related facilities. Requests for time off should be provided upfront, with a limit of seven or fewer days for a 13-week contract. Cancellation policy limits shifts for completion. Charting is done using the EPIC system. A BSN is not required. The care setting is acute. This is a trauma level 2 facility.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• 24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support
• Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service
• Industry‑leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses
• Free tax return assistance for travelers
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities

Disclaimer:
Benefits eligibility, accrual rates, and usage limits may vary based on employment status, length of service, and work location. Paid Sick Leave is provided in strict accordance with applicable state and municipal mandates. Cynet Health reserves the right to modify, amend, or terminate any benefit plans at any time in accordance with applicable laws.

Cynet Health is a Joint Commission-accredited, Minority-Owned healthcare staffing agency headquartered in Sterling, Virginia, proudly serving healthcare facilities across the United States since its founding in 2010. As one of the nation's largest and fastest‑growing healthcare staffing firms in the nation, we staff thousands of nursing, allied health, locum tenens, pharmacy, therapy, direct‑hire, and non‑clinical professionals across hospitals, clinics, long‑term care facilities, labs and more.

We're one of the most decorated staffing agencies in America-ranked a Top Travel Nursing Company by Blue Pipes, recognized among the fastest‑growing and most diverse staffing firms by Inc. 5000, Staffing Industry, WBJ and USPAACC-and remain deeply committed to excellence, inclusion, and community impact.