RN - PCU

RN II
- Step Down Unit

Job Title:

RN II
- Step Down Unit

Profession:
Registered Nurse

Specialty:
Step Down Unit

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Night

Shift Hours per Shift: 12 hours

Experience:

6 months of cardiac step-down or telemetry experience preferred

License:
Current RN license in state of practice required

Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required within 6 months of hire

Must-Have:
Effective communication and clinical judgment skills

Description:

Responsible for planning and providing nursing care to patients in the step down unit. Accurately interprets ECG rhythms and manages care of patients during life-threatening emergencies. Supervises and delegates care responsibilities to ancillary personnel within their scope of practice. Provides appropriate nursing interventions in both stable and emergent patient situations. Is competent in routine nursing skills such as medication administration and intravenous therapy.

Demonstrates knowledge of lead functions and recommendations for monitoring based on patient presentation. Manages care of patients post-coronary interventions requiring specialized equipment. Initiates multidisciplinary, goal-oriented care plans in collaboration with the health care team. Documents education provided to patients and families using appropriate teaching methods. Completes accurate and timely documentation of all nursing care provided. Performs necessary unit-specific safety and quality control checks.

Identifies and communicates opportunities for improvement in care and unit operations. Adapts to new approaches to problem-solving and embraces changes in unit goals. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Commitment to safety and wellbeing of all associates and patients is essential. Compliance with vaccination requirements is a condition of employment. Participation in E-Verify is required.

City:
San Luis Obispo

State: CA

Benefits:

• 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.

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.

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