PCU / Stepdown

Neuro PCU / Acute Care – Night Shift | Nashville, TN

This 13-week contract (with potential for extension) places you on a combined Neuro Acute Care and Neuro Stepdown unit, working nights from 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM with 36 guaranteed hours per week. Weekend shifts are required.

Unit Overview

The unit manages a neurological patient population across two levels of care. The acute care side focuses on stroke patients and handles chest tubes, high-flow oxygen, suction, and various IV drips. The stepdown side cares for higher-acuity neuro patients requiring BiPAP, tracheostomy management, and titration of cardiac drips. Common procedures include lumbar punctures and chest tube placements.

Support staff includes a charge RN overseeing the entire unit, along with 1–2 technicians and a unit secretary. Experienced travelers may be asked to float after orientation.

Requirements

• Active RN license in Tennessee (or compact)
• BLS required for all staff; ACLS required for Neuro Stepdown
• Strong acute care nursing skills and time management
• Stepdown experience preferred for the Neuro Stepdown side
• Critical thinking and ability to manage neurological patients across acuity levels

Schedule & Dress Code

• 12-hour night shifts | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Scrub colors: black, any shade of blue or grey; any color permitted on Fridays

Good to Know

This unit emphasizes bedside shift report, daily huddles, and meaningful patient connection. It's also an excellent stepping stone for nurses pursuing ICU experience.

Contract Details: 13 weeks | Start: November 2, 2026 | 36 guaranteed hours/week