Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU Float

Position Overview

This role is for a Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in Patient Care Units (PCU) and Medical/Surgical (MS) Float nursing. The RN will be required to manage care across multiple units within the organization, providing critical support in various high-acuity environments.

Scheduling Details

• Contract Length/Shift: 3x12s, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Charting System: EPIC experience is required
• Floating Requirements: Staffing needs will be re-evaluated every 4 hours, with potential floating 2-3 times per shift
• Weekend Requirement: May include every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts in a 6-week scheduling block
• Holiday Requirement: Must work one holiday per 13-week contract
• First-Time Travelers: Accepted
• Local Candidates: Accepted with specific radius criteria
• RTO and Scheduling Requests: All requests must be included with submission
• Call-Off Policy: Facility may call off 1 shift per 2 weeks

Required Licenses & Certifications

• ACLS and BLS certifications
• Pending licenses are accepted if the candidate holds a single-state license from a non-compact state
• Active Virginia State or Compact RN/LPN license required for submission

Required Clinical Skills

• Experienced in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and blood product administration
• Skilled in central line care, trach management, and non-invasive airway support (nasal cannula, CPAP/BiPAP, and chest tubes)
• Proficient in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and titration of cardiac drips
• Ability to respond to emergencies as part of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Competent in managing PCA and heparin protocols, administering IV insulin, and addressing endocrine/metabolic conditions
• Background in telemetry and stepdown-level care with cardiovascular experience in pre/post cardiac catheterization settings

Unit Details

• PCU average patient ratio: 5:1
• MS average patient ratio: 6:1 (may flex up to 7:1)

About the Organization

This position is part of a large, advanced acute care system recognized for excellence in nursing and comprehensive specialty care, including emergency and stroke services.