Travel

PCU / Stepdown

Johnson City, TN

Night Shift RN – Progressive Care Unit

Position Overview

Join the nursing team for a 13-week night assignment (18:30–07:00) in a progressive care unit. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced RNs, including first-time travelers, to work in a hybrid PCU/med-surg environment.

Schedule & Flexibility

  • 4x12-hour night shifts per week
  • Multiple schedule options: 36/36, 36/48, or 48/48
  • Weekend coverage required (6 shifts per scheduling period)
  • Self-scheduling model
  • One pre-approved day off per contract period
  • The facility may call off one shift biweekly without penalty during census decreases

Clinical Scope

  • Central line and port management
  • Telemetry and dysrhythmia interpretation
  • BiPAP/CPAP and high-flow oxygen management
  • Blood product and medication administration
  • Dialysis and peritoneal dialysis support
  • Chest tube, wound vac, and wound care management
  • Rapid response and code team participation

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years nursing experience; at least 1 year documented PCU experience within the past 2 years
  • AHA BLS and ACLS certification
  • Willingness to support nursing student education
  • Permanent residence ≥100 miles from the facility
  • Relias advanced EKG test (must pass within 72 hours of offer acceptance; 2 attempts allowed)

Orientation

  • Begins Sundays with online CBLs
  • 16 hours of non-billable orientation included
  • 24 hours total orientation

Pre-Employment

  • Drug screening (12–14 calendar days before start)
  • Fit testing (facial hair must be trimmed/removed per CDC guidelines)
  • Flu vaccine required; medical/religious exemptions considered