Cardiac Stepdown (PCU) Registered Nurse
Richmond, VA
ARMStaffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,941/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Valid RN license
Description
Location
Richmond, VA
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
19:00 - 07:00
Job Description
The Cardiac Stepdown Unit (CSU) is a specialized area that provides care for patients recovering from various cardiac procedures. Our unit features 18 beds and a dedicated team of 38 staff members, ensuring optimal patient care and support.
Responsibilities
- Perform monitoring and assessments of patients with cardiac conditions.
- Administer medications, including cardiac drips such as Cardizem, amiodarone, heparin, and nitroglycerin.
- Assist in patient recovery following procedures such as CABG, valve replacements, and TAVR.
- Interpret cardiac rhythms and perform vital signs assessments every four hours.
- Provide compassionate care and support to patients and their families.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
- Ability to read cardiac monitors and administer narcotics are essential skills.
- Preferred candidates will have stepdown experience and cardiac knowledge.
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
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
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
- Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
- We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!
Employer
ARMStaffing
- Local and travel contracts
- Temp-to-perm employment
- Direct-hire personnel
- Per Diem
- Staffing for every segment of the healthcare industry including, RNs, LPNs, and CNAs, and Allied Health Professionals
- Long-term contracts, block scheduling and per diem staffing options
- 24-Hour customer service and on-call support 365 days a year
- Full-time, registered nurse on staff to provide screening, background, and reference checks
- Long-term and temporary career options with outstanding employee benefits
- Medical Benefits
- Company-matched 401K
Richmond, VA
About
Located on the banks of the James River, Richmond, Virginia, is a historic city known for its beautiful architecture, rich history and scenic river views. In addition to historical landmarks such as the State Capitol building and the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond is also home to several excellent colleges and universities, including the University of Richmond and Virginia Commonwealth University. For a taste of local Southern flavor, check out Max Downtown for a delicious farm-to-table meal or stop by The Tobacco Company Restaurant for some of the best ribs around. Richmond’s cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an even more appealing destination for thrifty locals and visitors.
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