Open Heart PCU RN
Charleston, WV
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – IMC/PCU/Stepdown (Open Heart Progressive Care)

Location

Charleston, WV | Acute Care

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | 3x12 or 4x12 Hours (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Weekdays, every other weekend required | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide progressive care nursing for post-operative open heart and cardiothoracic surgical patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring in a 29-bed unit
• Assist with, manage, and support removal of chest tubes; maintain and monitor central lines
• Operate and manage external and internal pacemakers; utilize wound vac equipment as required
• Maintain a 4:1 patient ratio, delivering safe and effective care in a fast-paced cardiac environment
• Accept Med/Surg overflow patients as needed and float within scope to meet facility needs
• Document all patient care accurately using Cerner electronic health records

Required Qualifications

• Active WV RN license or Compact RN license required at time of submission
• BLS and ACLS certifications through the American Heart Association (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Demonstrated experience with chest tube insertion assistance, management, and removal; central line experience required; external/internal pacemaker and wound vac experience required
• COVID-19 vaccination required; medical/religious exemptions considered on a case-by-case basis
• Flu vaccination required; medical exemptions must be supported by documentation
• Must have a permanent address greater than 100 miles from the facility; candidates between 75–100 miles may be considered on a case-by-case basis

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in a progressive care, stepdown, or PCU setting with a cardiothoracic or open heart patient population
• Familiarity with Cerner electronic health records
• Experience working in a Level IV Trauma Center or major teaching hospital environment

Why Join Us

• Expected 36–48 hours per week with contract options available to fit your scheduling needs
• Complimentary parking on-site for traveling clinicians; blocked schedule requests considered where possible