RN PCU

**Job Title: Travel RN - PCU - Cardiac Surgery** **Shift: 7 PM - 7 AM** **Location: Englewood, CO** **Unit Information:** - **Unit Name:** PCU (639) - **Number of Beds:** 20 - **Number of Staff:** 40 - **Staffing Composition:** RNs and Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) - **Patient Ratios:** 1:4 - **Type of Equipment:** Telemetry monitors, transport monitors, suction devices, feeding pumps, tracheostomy care, BiPAP, CPAP, heated high flow devices, chest tubes, Foley catheters, pacer wires, IV pumps, SCD pumps - **Electronic Medical Record (EMR) System:** Meditech **Position Overview:** We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Travel RN for a challenging role in our Cardiac Surgery Progressive Care Unit (PCU). As a critical member of our healthcare team, you will deliver excellent nursing care to high-acuity cardiac patients. This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment at a cardiac center of excellence. **Key Responsibilities:** - Provide expert nursing care to cardiac patients in a progressive care unit setting. - Monitor patient vital signs, administer medications (including heparin, Tikosyn, diltiazem, amiodarone, nitroglycerin, Lasix, ketamine), and manage various cardiac drips. - Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care and optimize outcomes. - Perform essential procedures including chest tube placements, removal of chest tubes, removal of pacer wires, and conducting 12-lead EKGs. - Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the patient's electronic medical record. - Foster a supportive team environment and contribute to a high-energy atmosphere. **Qualifications:** - Current RN licensure. - CPR and ACLS certification required. - Experience in a PCU or cardiac unit is a must; candidates without this experience will not be considered. - Strong ability to manage complex patient care and a high-energy team player. - Familiarity with monitoring and managing infusions, as well as operating relevant medical equipment. **Why Choose This Position?** - Join a well-established cardiac care team where medical excellence and patient care are prioritized. - Benefit from a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and development. - Work with state-of-the-art equipment and engage in innovative patient care practices. **At ARMStaffing we take care of our nurses! We offer:** - **Health & Retirement Benefits**: Day-1 access to extensive benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Life and more… - **Complimentary Onboarding**: We pay your way through onboarding, including Physicals, TITERS, and other requirements. A dedicated Onboard Specialist will facilitate your appointments, allowing you to focus on patient care. - **On-Call Support**: Access to clinical support 24/7, ensuring you receive immediate assistance when needed. - **401k Retirement Savings Plan**: Eligible employees can participate in our 401k plan with a company match after a qualifying period. - **Recruiter Matching**: Be paired with a specialized recruiter based on your preferred location and nursing specialty. Honestly, there's so much more... like Travel Reimbursement, Housing Allowance, Meals & Incidentals, Referral Bonuses, Completion Bonuses; it goes on. We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice, here's why: - SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms — 2019 - SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. — 2023 - Celebrated as a Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley — 2022, 2023 - Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics - Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for Health Care Staffing Services Certification *Contract & local rates may vary based on location and residency of applicant. For more details, please ask an ARMStaffing recruiter about your options!*