PCU / Stepdown

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) — Registered Nurse | Night Shift | Greensboro, NC

This 16-week travel assignment places you in a general medical progressive care unit where all beds are telemetry-monitored and supported by a centralized cardiac monitoring department. The unit primarily serves adult patients and manages a broad acuity range, including stroke, sepsis, renal disorders, endocrine conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, and hematological disorders. Some patients require extended, high-dependency care.

Schedule

• Nights | 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM | 3×12-hour shifts
• Weekend and holiday rotation required
• No call
• Float to other system campuses required as needed

Required Certifications

• ACLS, BLS, NIHSS

Clinical Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of PCU/progressive care experience
• Strong cardiac telemetry skills, including dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Peripheral line and PICC line care and management
• Titration of cardiac, vasoactive, and insulin drips
• Experience with BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, heparin protocols, and blood product administration

Additional Details

• First-time travelers welcome
• All RNs must pass a compliance EKG exam (2 attempts allowed)
• Active RN license must be in hand at time of submission
• Electronic medical record experience required
• Third-party education verification required
• No candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility
• Orientation: approximately 36 hours; non-billable modules average 2–4 hours
• Start date: October 5, 2026