TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Asheville, North Carolina, 28801!
Job Title: Registered Nurse
Profession: RN
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 06:45 - 19:15
Hours per Shift: 36
Experience: 2+ years
License: Active RN License
Certifications: ACLS, BLS
Must-Have:
Stepdown experience
Telemetry experience
Description:
Primary patient population includes cardiovascular and vascular surgery.
This includes open heart surgeries and thoracic lung surgeries.
Additional patient care involves overflow medical cardiology patients.
Common diagnoses include heart failure, chest pain, and heart block.
The unit has 40 cardiac surgery stepdown beds and approximately 100 staff.
Day shift typically consists of 1 charge RN, 13 RNs, and 4 PCTs.
Night shift generally includes 1 charge RN, 13 RNs, and 4 PCTs.
Patient ratios are 1:5 for RNs and 1:13 for PCTs.
Equipment used includes IV pumps and various lifts.
EMR utilized is Cerner.
Preferred candidates will have experience in cardiovascular and vascular surgery.
Typical procedures performed include epidural management and cardiac medication management.
Team players who enjoy fast-paced environments are ideal.
Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required.
Minimum weekend shift requirements are 6 shifts per 6-week schedule.
This is a contractor replacement position.