Encode INC is seeking a local contract nurse RN Telemetry PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a local contract nursing job in Barberton, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Telemetry PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 07/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Local Contract
Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU/Telemetry
Location: Barberton Campus – 2 East (2E), Ohio
Assignment Type: Long-Term Assignment (LTA)
Contract Duration: July 19, 2026 – October 17, 2026
Shift: Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (12-Hour Shifts)
Openings: 1
Interview Required: Yes
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled PCU/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) to join a fast-paced Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with Telemetry and Stroke Overflow patients at Barberton Campus. This 34-bed unit cares for complex cardiac and neurological patients requiring continuous monitoring and advanced nursing interventions.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing cardiac drips, performing IV starts and maintenance, and providing care in a dynamic environment with frequent patient turnover. Candidates must be flexible, adaptable, and willing to float as needed.
Unit Details
- 34-bed Cardiac PCU/Telemetry Stroke Overflow Unit
- Nurse-to-Patient Ratio: 1:4–5
- Fast-paced, high-acuity environment
- Frequent cardiac monitoring and telemetry management
- Floating required based on staffing needs
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to PCU and Telemetry patients.
- Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms and telemetry data.
- Administer and manage cardiac drips per facility protocols.
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Start and maintain peripheral IV lines.
- Perform phlebotomy as needed.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Accurately document patient care using Epic EMR.
- Respond appropriately to changes in patient condition and emergencies.
Required Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) License.
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ACEN or CCNE accredited).
- Minimum 2 years of recent PCU/Telemetry RN experience.
- Recent Epic EMR experience within the last 12 months (must be reflected on resume).
- Recent phlebotomy experience within the last year.
- Experience starting and maintaining IVs.
- Ability to work independently in a high-acuity environment.
- Willingness to float to other units as needed.
Required Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – AHA
- NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS)
Scheduling & RTO Requirements
- Interview required prior to offer.
- Please provide candidate availability for interview at time of submission.
- RTO must be submitted with profile.
- No RTO permitted during the first two weeks of the assignment.
- Maximum of 7 days RTO allowed throughout the contract.
- Candidates requesting more than 7 days of RTO will be automatically rejected.
- Block scheduling requests will not be accepted.
Dress Code
- Solid Black Scrubs Required
Required Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – AHA
NIH Stroke Scale Certification (NIHSS)
About Encode INC
At Encode, we empower organizations and individuals through innovative, human-centric workforce and technology solutions. With decades of experience and a proven track record, we deliver more than just healthcare staffing, we provide integrated, strategic support across industries, with particular strength in federal and government contracts.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Referral bonus
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
