RN - PCU

Job Title: Registered Nurse

Specialty: Progressive Care Unit

Duration: 12 weeks

Shift: NightHours per Shift: 12

Experience: Minimum of 2 years required; first-time travelers are accepted

License: State RN License or Compact License required

Certifications: BLS and ACLS required

Description: The unit admits adult to geriatric patients with various medical conditions. Patients are admitted from critical care units, acute care floors, and emergency departments. Common diagnoses include post-operative care for cardiac and thoracic surgeries. The unit also manages respiratory failure with multiple treatment modalities, excluding invasive mechanical ventilation. Cardiac arrhythmias, DKA, gastrointestinal bleeding, trauma, strokes, seizures, and metabolic disorders are prevalent in this unit. Management of renal failure, hypertensive emergencies, sepsis, and neurological disorders is also required. The nurse-patient ratio is typically 1:3-4. The average daily census is around 21 patients. Interdisciplinary support is available, including physical therapy, respiratory services, and pharmacy support. Telemetry competency is required for this position. Navy blue scrubs are the designated uniform for this role. Work weekends every other weekend unless specified otherwise. The ability to float within the facility is required. This position does not require on-call duties. If assigned to work during major holidays, the traveler will be expected to work at least one holiday. Compliance with onboarding requirements is essential to start work on time.

Industry? leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses Free tax return assistance for travelers 401(k) Retirement PlanHealth 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 BluePipes, 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.