RN - PCU

RN - PCU

The position is for a Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit. The facility has 637 licensed beds and holds a Level 1 Trauma Designation. It is a teaching hospital that is also designated as a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center. The Progressive Care Unit contains 24 beds with a patient census of 24. Common patient diagnoses include cardiothoracic and vascular surgical patients, both pre-operative and post-operative.

Secondary patient populations include those with cardiology, pulmonology, and general medical/surgical needs. Patients may also include those with acute or chronic diseases and common co-morbidities such as diabetes and hypertension. Patient ratios are generally RN: 1:4-6 and LPN: 1:4-6. A CNA assists with vital signs, glucose checks, baths, feeding, ambulating, and transporting patients. There is a designated charge nurse and resource nurse available within the unit.

The team supports patient care 24/7, ensuring continuous care from hospitalists and intensivists. Telemetry monitoring is centralized within the unit. The equipment used includes EMR and specific monitoring devices. The unit culture promotes teamwork in a busy environment. Weekend rotation requires 5-6 weekend shifts out of 12 on a 6-week schedule. Holiday expectations require working one shift of each major holiday.

Experience:

Minimum 2 years required License:
Required

Certifications:

BLS, ACLS, NIHSS required;
Medical-Surgical certification preferred Must-Have:
Strong clinical assessment and med-surg nursing skills. IV insertion and care, central line management. Wound care and post-operative monitoring. Cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation. Care coordination with interdisciplinary teams. Discharge planning and patient education, particularly on renal and fluid management.

About Cynet Health 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.

We offer competitive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)
• Disability insurance
• 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

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