Job Description
Job Description
RN - PCU (Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit)
About Facility:
o 1 Medical Center Blvd, Winston-Salem, NC 27157
o 885 licensed beds
o Level 1 Trauma Designation
o Teaching Hospital: Yes, Academic Medical Center
o Chest Pain Center
o Stroke Center
Unit Information:
o Beds: 22
▪ Average census 21
o Minimum Years of Experience required? 1 year
o Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes, with CT surgery experience
Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:
o CABG, Valve replacement/repair, LVADs, Heart transplant, AAA repair, Carotids, Thoracic Outlet
Patient Ratios:
o RN: 1:3-5, acuity dependent
o CNA: 1:11
Required Licensure & Certifications:
o BLS, ACLS, NIHSS – Resource Team requirement
o PCCN - preferred
Skills required:
o Cardiology experience is required – cardiac post procedural experience of the following: CABG, Valve replacement/repair, LVADs, Heart transplant, AAA repair, Carotids, Thoracic Outlet
o Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
o Titrating and Non-titrating cardiac drips
Support within the Department:
o CNA
o Unit Secretary
o Charge nurse – may or may not have patients
o Phlebotomy
o IV/VAT Team? No
o Rapid Response Team
o RT 24/7
o Hospitalist 24/7
o Intensivist 24/7
o Telemetry monitoring/tech – RN will interpret cardiac strips
Technology/Equipment:
o EMR: Epic
o IV Pump: Alaris
o Med dispensing: Omnicell
o Monitors: Philips
o Unit specific equipment: Zoll, bladder scanner, USGIV (can train)
Floating: If yes, where?
o Within the cardiology division first, then to any med-surg unit within the hospital.
o 5 Facility Float Clause - Emergency Only
Orientation (facility and unit):
o NEO
o 2 days departmental
o Scrub Color: Royal Blue
o Parking: Free, on site
o Unit Culture: Teamwork oriented, a lot of heart, most RNs are very passionate about their work and what they do
We respect your time and privacy. You will never receive spam, excessive notifications, aggressive phone calls, or unwanted messages from us—only professional support.
Lamb Company is a U.S.-based healthcare staffing firm established in 2019. Our mission is to support healthcare professionals so they can provide high-quality care to the patients and communities who need it most. Our team is composed of individuals who share a commitment to service, integrity, and patient-centered care.
We work closely with each candidate to identify opportunities that align with their experience and goals, and we provide hands-on support to ensure a smooth and successful transition into each placement.
As a small company owned by healthcare professionals, we understand the challenges of finding the right workplace and prioritize placing you where you are valued and supported.
Please feel free to reach out with any questions—we’re here to help.
info@lambstaffing.com
www.lambstaffing.com
You'll never receive recurrent notifications, aggressive phone calls, or overbearing messages from us. Just support!
A US based healthcare staffing firm, Lamb Company has been serving healthcare workers so that healthcare workers may serve their patients since 2019. Our team consists of individuals with likeminded goals to have a heart for providing quality care for patients that without our help, may not receive any. Our job is to find a site that matches well with you and develop a plan to safely and effectively get you implemented into that system. As a small company with owners that are healthcare workers themselves, we understand the difficulty of starting new and finding a home where you are appreciated. We are always available and aim to find you the employment of your dreams. Please reach out with any questions which you may have!