PCU / Stepdown

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) — Travel RN

Athens, GA | Nights | 12-Week Contract

This PCU/Step-Down unit manages a complex adult and geriatric patient population, serving as a bridge between the ICU and general acute care. The unit receives transfers from critical care units, acute care floors, and the emergency department, caring for patients across a wide spectrum of acuity.

Clinical Scope

• Post-op CABG, thoracic, and vascular surgery patients
• Respiratory failure managed with non-invasive modalities (BiPAP, CPAP, high-flow)
• Cardiac arrhythmias requiring telemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia management
• DKA, GI bleed, CVA, seizures, CIWA protocol, hypertensive emergency
• Sepsis, renal failure, metabolic and neurological disorders

A telemetry competency exam is required prior to placement.

Schedule & Assignment Details

• Shift: Nights, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (3x12)
• Contract: 12 weeks
• Start Date: November 16, 2026

• Scrub color: Navy blue
• Float: Yes, within scope of practice as needed
• Weekends: Every other weekend required
• Call: None
• Holiday coverage: Required based on number of holidays falling within the assignment period
• Max RTO: 7 days per contract; all RTO must be finalized at time of submission

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience (first-time travelers accepted)
• Active Georgia RN or valid Compact license required at time of submission
• Certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Skills: Dysrhythmia interpretation and management, PCU/Step-Down experience

Compliance: Core onboarding items must be completed within 48 hours of contract signing. All compliance documents are due the Tuesday prior to the start date.