TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Leonardtown, Maryland, 20650!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Step Down
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Day
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 2 years of experience required
License: Required
Certifications: ACLS, BLS
Must-Have:
- Candidate must successfully pass the EKG Rhythm Interpretation Exam with a minimum overall score of 80% and a score of 100% on lethal rhythms.
- Every other weekend coverage is required.
- Float required to Tele and/or MS as needed.
- Must have completed at least 1 travel assignment.
- Flu vaccine is required with no exemptions.
Description:
Registered Nurse position in a step down unit.
Holiday coverage is required.
ACLS and BLS certifications are mandatory.
Experience in PCU/IMC/Stepdown is essential.
Candidates must have completed a minimum of 2 years of experience.
Patient-to-nurse ratio on the unit is 1:4.
Candidates will float to Telemetry and Medical/Surgical units as needed, where the ratios are 1:5 or 1:6.
Nurses will manage bedside monitoring for up to 8 patients.
The unit sees a variety of patient diagnoses, including chronic diseases and post-surgical cases.
Special procedures include chest tube management, PCA infusions, and non-titratable drips.
Candidates must demonstrate competence in advanced nursing skills, including IV management and dysrhythmia interpretation.
No call is required for this position.
Weekend shifts will be determined by operational needs.
RTO requests are not permitted during the first two weeks of employment and must be included at the time of submission.
Only one submission is allowed for candidates at a time.