RN-Cardiac/Tele - PCU (Stepdown)

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Overview
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Registered Nurse specializing in Cardiac and Telemetry care within the Progressive Care Unit (PCU). In this vital role, you will deliver expert nursing care to patients with cardiac conditions, utilizing advanced monitoring and treatment techniques. Your energetic approach will ensure patients receive compassionate, high-quality care while supporting a collaborative healthcare environment. This position offers an exciting opportunity to apply your critical care expertise in a fast-paced, patient-centered setting dedicated to improving health outcomes.

• Title: RN- Cardiac/Tele - PCU (Stepdown)
• Shift Schedule: 12 X 3- Nights
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Location: Bridgeport, West Virginia
• Start: 06/29/2026 (Tentative)

Responsibilities

• 50 mile radius rule
• Beds- 36-Beds
• Nurse:Patient Ratios: MedSurg/Tele acuity 1:5, possibly 1:6 but that would be rare & would only occur if anticipating a discharge.
• PCU acuity 1:4
• Required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Trauma Level:2
• Common diagnoses/Types of patients: Cardiac patients, CR bands, post cath, AMI, Post-OP lung surgeries after out of CCU, respiratory failure, chest tubes, pacemakers, post PCI, will not pull sheaths, no art lines, etc.
• This unit is really higher acuity than most Telemetry units.
• Experience or 'Must have' skills- Occasional cardiac gtts with titration (ie Cardizem, Amiodarone, Dobutamine, Dopamine, Integrelin, heparin, Ativan, Lasix, & Nitro up to 50 mcg) MUST be able to titrate gtts - more than likely will be a Stepdown RN vs. Tele
• Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry data using advanced EMR (Electronic Medical Record) systems such as Epic and Cerner to ensure timely interventions.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and physiological evaluations, to inform individualized care plans.
• Administer medications and treatments with precision, including IV infusions, medication administration, and injections, adhering strictly to aseptic techniques and HIPAA regulations.
• Manage complex cardiac cases involving catheterization procedures, acute pain management, and post-procedure monitoring.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on discharge planning, case management, and long-term care strategies for patients with chronic or acute cardiac conditions.
• Provide specialized care for patients requiring ventilator support, tube feeding, or ostomy care within an ICU or step-down unit environment.
• Conduct diagnostic evaluations such as laboratory specimen collection/processing and utilize ICD coding for accurate documentation.

Experience

• Proven critical care experience in settings such as ICU, CCU (Coronary Care Unit), or Level I Trauma Centers.
• Hands-on experience with cardiac catheterization procedures and post-procedure monitoring.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks for documentation and patient tracking.
• Knowledge of advanced nursing practices including aseptic technique, airway management, and infection control protocols.
• Prior work in hospital medicine, emergency medicine, or medical-surgical units is highly desirable.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, behavioral health patients, and individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia care needs.
• Ability to perform complex assessments involving physiology knowledge, diagnostic evaluation, and trauma medicine principles. Join us to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients! We are committed to supporting your professional growth through ongoing education opportunities and fostering a vibrant team environment dedicated to excellence in cardiac telehealth nursing.

Pay: $2,401.60 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $2,402