PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) | Endicott, New York

Seeking an experienced Registered Nurse for a Cardiac Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit contract. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on high-acuity cardiac patients and advanced telemetry monitoring. The position is designed for RNs dedicated to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care and contributing to the ongoing professional practice environment.

Schedule:

• 12-hour night shifts
• 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend commitment
• 13-week assignment

Qualifications:

• Active RN license in good standing
• Minimum of 5 years nursing experience, with significant focus in a cardiac telemetry unit
• Advanced skills in managing patients with heart-related conditions including experience with TAVR, Watchman, mitral clips, heart catheterizations, and pre/post CVICU open heart cases (>3 days post-CABG)
• Proficient with cardiac drips (cardizem, amiodarone, dobutamine, lidocaine, milrinone, heparin, insulin) and anticoagulant therapy
• Strong background in managing CHF, chest pain, arrhythmias, NSTEMI, STEMI, PE, sepsis, PNA, stroke, and observation patients
• Confident in groin management, TR band use, and recognizing complications
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Completion of telemetry skills checklist (must be submitted with application)
• Previous experience with patient education and interdisciplinary collaboration

Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for a diverse cardiac population
• Serve as a primary and/or accountable nurse, coordinating care and delegating as appropriate
• Educate and support patients and their families in health promotion and ongoing care needs
• Administer medications safely, following established protocols
• Participate actively in unit quality and performance initiatives
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and accreditation standards
• Contribute to an environment supportive of continuous learning for self, peers, and new team members

If you are an accomplished cardiac RN looking to engage in meaningful patient care and professional growth, apply today with an updated resume highlighting your relevant cardiac stepdown experience!

Compensation for this position ranges from $26.59 to $50.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.