Cardiac PCU Registered Nurse
Silverdale, WA
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Opportunity:

RN - PCU Stepdown

Job Details:

• Work 12-hour shifts: Days 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM or Nights 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
• Every other weekend requirement at minimum, with Saturday, Sunday, Monday having high needs
• Must work at least 1 major holiday during holiday season
• 6-week scheduling blocks to fill holes and needs
• Patient ratios of 1:3-4 for PCU level acuity
• No call or standby requirements
• Minimum 2 years PCU experience required
• Cardiac experience is mandatory
• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS (NIHSS, CRRN, PCCN preferred but not required)
• Must be able to titrate drips including nitroglycerin, heparin, cardizem, nicardipine, amiodarone, insulin, dopamine, esmolol, labetalol, milrinone, and argatroban
• Care for patients with TAVR, post-catheterization procedures, temporary/transvenous pacemakers, VATS, lobectomies, post-operative CABG patients, and thoracic procedures
• Responsible for reading and interpreting telemetry strips with offsite central monitoring support
• May float within skill set to 4th floor while maintaining PCU patient load
• Any professional color scrubs acceptable
• EPIC charting system experience preferred
• Orientation includes 8-hour EPIC class, 8-hour onboarding day, and 1 preceptor shift
• Looking for flexible, team player mentality
• Hospital can cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment

Facility:

This medical center features a 24-bed cardiac PCU unit on the 5th floor, providing specialized care for cardiac and thoracic patients. The facility offers comprehensive cardiac services with dedicated respiratory therapy, pharmacy support, and charge nurse coverage. The unit maintains modern telemetry monitoring with both onsite nurses and offsite central monitoring support, ensuring high-quality cardiac care in an acute care setting.

Location:

Silverdale, WA

Silverdale offers a beautiful Pacific Northwest location with stunning views of the Olympic Mountains and Puget Sound, providing easy access to outdoor recreation and major metropolitan areas. The area combines small-town charm with proximity to Seattle and offers excellent opportunities for hiking, water activities, and exploring the natural beauty of Washington State.