Travel
PCU / Stepdown
Murfreesboro, TN
PCU / Stepdown Travel Nurse | Murfreesboro, TN
Shift: 4 × 12-hour nights | 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Contract Duration: 13 weeks
Guaranteed Hours: 48 per week
Start Date: November 29, 2026
About the Unit
This busy Stepdown/PCU unit manages a high-acuity intermediate care population ranging from young adults to older adults (18+). You'll care for a diverse mix of patients, including:
- Continuous BiPAP and home vent (trach) patients
- Low-dose vasopressor and Fentanyl/Precedex drip management
- Trauma, rhabdomyolysis, and stroke patients requiring Q2 neuro checks
- CIWA protocol patients on higher-dose Ativan
- Lumbar drain management and stable post-craniotomy patients
- Emergency dialysis, hyperkalemia, and hyponatremia cases
- Sheath removal and post-CEA monitoring
- Antifreeze ingestion cases
Required Credentials & Certifications
- Active RN license (Nursys verification required)
- Current license/certificate verification
- Completed skills checklist (required for submission)
- Two professional references (required for submission)
- Standard immunization documentation including MMR, Varicella, Tdap, Hepatitis B, Influenza, and TB screening (2-step PPD or IGRA)
- Color vision screening, fit test, health statement, and EKG competency exam (onboarding)
- Background check and drug screen (onboarding)
What to Expect
- Filling vacant permanent positions — strong need for consistent, reliable travelers
- EKG competency testing required at onboarding
This is a demanding unit suited for experienced PCU or Stepdown nurses comfortable managing complex, multi-system patients in a fast-paced environment.