PCU / Stepdown

Observation Unit RN — Night Shift | Toledo, OH | 13-Week Contract

This is a fast-paced, mixed-acuity Observation unit managing adult and geriatric patients with a target length of stay of 18–24 hours. The unit operates as a combined PCU / Med-Surg Telemetry / Med-Surg environment, and travelers should be comfortable across all acuity levels within that scope.

Patient Population & Clinical Scope

Common diagnoses include chest pain, atrial fibrillation, TIA, CHF, seizure, GI bleed/anemia, COPD, asthma, AKI, syncope, pancreatitis, cellulitis, and post-outpatient surgery complications. Proficiency with intermediate cardiac drips (heparin, nitroglycerin, cardizem, insulin) is required. Telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretation are core competencies for this role.

Shift & Schedule

• Nights: 18:45–07:15 (3×12)
• Every other weekend required
• No block scheduling; schedule changes may occur with two-week notice

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of acute care experience
• Charge nurse experience required
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Charting system experience required
• Ohio license required (pending accepted); Michigan license must be in hand
• Locals within 50 miles not accepted

Floating

Floating is expected within the service line and across multiple affiliated facilities in the Toledo area, including Neuro/Stroke, Cardiac, Orthopedic, Oncology, General Surgery, Uro/Vascular, and Observation units.

Additional Details

• Scrub color: Navy blue
• Parking: Complimentary
• COVID-19 and flu vaccines required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• Time-off requests exceeding 7 days require manager approval