PCU / Stepdown

Cardiovascular Stepdown / Telemetry RN — Arlington, VA

13-Week Contract | Days 3x12 (07:00–19:00) | Every Other Weekend

This cardiovascular stepdown/telemetry unit cares for cardiac surgery patients transitioning out of the ICU. The role demands a confident, high-acuity nurse comfortable managing complex dysrhythmias, chest tubes, and a full spectrum of cardiac care.

Clinical Scope

• Post-cardiac surgery monitoring and recovery
• Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Chest tube care and management
• Cardiac and vasoactive drip management
• Central line, PICC line, and peripheral IV care
• Pre/post cardiac catheterization and angiogram care
• BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, and non-invasive airway management
• Tracheostomy care, wound care, heparin and insulin protocols
• Sheath removal and TR Band management

Schedule & Coverage

• Three 12-hour day shifts per week
• Every other weekend required
• No call required; no float required

Requirements

• Active Virginia RN license in hand at time of submission (compact license accepted)
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in cardiac telemetry or stepdown
• Prior CVSD patient population experience strongly preferred
• Charting system experience required; training class assignment will be based on documented recent experience level

Vaccinations

• COVID-19 vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• Flu vaccine required October 1–March 31 (medical exemptions only)

Orientation is approximately 24 hours. This is a smoke- and nicotine-free facility. Time-off requests should be minimal and submitted at the time of application.