PCU RN
Richmond, VA
Thrive Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Location

Richmond, VA

Unit Information

• Number of Beds: 20
• Patient Ratios: 4:1
• Unit Staffing Description: Unit Secretary, Nurse Externs (can start IVs), Patient Care Techs (can draw labs), Registered Nurses, Manager, Director
• Type of Equipment: ZOLL, Baxter pumps, GE telemetry monitors, imobile, Hillrom beds, Centrella Specialty beds, kangaroo pumps, Timpani and Inspire App (scheduling)
• Documentation System: Expanse
• Scheduling Requirements: Every other weekend, holiday or hard to fill availability, 2 Mondays / 2 Fridays a schedule
• Floating Policy: Can float to other Step-Downs (4:1- PSTU, CSU) Medsurg (6:1- ONC, CRPU, GSTU, NTU, MCU)
• Patient Experience Requirements: ACLS, Acute Care / Step-Down, Cardiac Drips (Dilt, Amio, Dobut, Milrinone, Nitro, etc), Post Cath without intervention, BIPAP/CPAP/ High Flow, Chest Tubes
• Certifications Required: ACLS

Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will provide comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced Step-Down unit, utilizing advanced skills in cardiac care, managing complex drips, and supporting patients with respiratory needs.

Qualifications

• Must Have: Experience in Step-Down units, proficiency with cardiac drips, and familiarity with BIPAP/CPAP/High Flow therapy.
• Advanced Skills Needed: Bedside cardioversion (with appropriate recovery staff).

Dress Code

• All navy blue or all white scrubs
• Closed-toed shoes
• No Crocs
• HCA/Hospital Branded T-Shirts are permitted

Unit Guidelines/Policies

• Time and attendance: Shift starts promptly at 0700/1900; late arrivals will not be tolerated.
• Mandatory attendance at shift huddles.
• Bedside shift report is required for all patients, including isolation patients.

Awards/Recognition

• Daisy Award
• Rose Award
• Bee Award
• Pride Award

Additional Information

Our unit boasts a diverse team with staff ranging from over 30 years of nursing experience to new graduates eager to learn. We have maintained a 0% turnover rate for the last two years and prioritize teamwork and accountability, fostering excellent relationships with the ICU and Cath Lab.