TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Omaha, Nebraska, 68122!
Job Title: PCU RN
Profession: Registered Nurse
Specialty: Stepdown
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 12H Nights
Hours per Shift: 12 hours
Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience
License: Required
Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
Must-Have:
- Candidates may not be full-time, part-time, or PRN with any facility associated with the organization.
- Candidates are required to comply with the fingernail policy, which prohibits artificial nails in patient care departments.
- RN candidates must pass a skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%.
Description:
The department is a fast-paced floor.
The patient population includes adults and geriatrics.
Common diagnoses include cardiac issues, nephrology, strokes, and diabetes.
Continuous EEG monitoring is performed on the unit.
RNs are required to titrate drips.
Common titratable and set rate drips include Cardizem, beta blockers, and seizure medications.
A charge nurse is present on each shift.
The charge nurse may take an assignment.
Nurse aides or patient care techs are available, with a ratio of 1:10 or 2:20.
Shifts are scheduled from 0630 to 1900 and 1830 to 0700.
Weekend requirements are every other weekend.
Holiday requirements are every third holiday.
There is no call or standby requirement.
Floating to medical floors, ICU, or rehab may be required.
The first week includes onboarding, followed by 1-2 days of orientation specific to the unit.
Attributes that will help a nurse succeed in this unit include a positive attitude, good communication skills, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
RTO needs to be submitted upfront.
Additional RTO will not be approved after submissions.
The hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts during a 13-week assignment.
The charting system used is EPIC.