PCU / Stepdown

Progressive Cardiac Care | Night Shift | Asheville, NC

This is a night shift (18:45–07:15) contract position on a progressive cardiac care unit in Asheville, NC. The contract runs 13 weeks with 36 guaranteed hours per week and an every-other-weekend requirement.

Patient Population & Clinical Scope

The unit manages a high-acuity cardiac population including patients with CHF, MI, chest pain, arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, and DKA. You'll also care for patients post-cardiac cath/stent, post-pacemaker/ICD implantation, and post-ablation. Procedures performed on the unit include bedside cardioversion.

Required Skills & Experience

• Stepdown or progressive care experience *(required)*
• Telemetry experience *(required)*
• Proficiency with titratable cardiac IV medications, including nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutamine, insulin drip, heparin, and diuretics *(required)*
• Experience with prostacyclin therapy (Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin) *(preferred)*
• Relief charge experience *(preferred)*

Certifications Required

• BLS
• ACLS

Float Requirements

Nurses may float to MedSurg, stepdown, and ER holding units as needed.

Dress Code

All white, all navy blue, or white top with navy blue pants.

Ideal Candidate

Flexible, compassionate, and a strong team player who thrives in a fast-paced cardiac environment.