PCU / Stepdown
PCU / Progressive Care Nurse — Travel Contract
Days | 13 Weeks | Maryville, TN
This progressive care unit cares for adult patients across a broad range of medical and surgical specialties, with a focus on moderate-to-high acuity cases requiring close monitoring and skilled intervention.
Shift & Schedule
- Weekend requirement: one shift every two weeks
- Contract length: 13 weeks
Clinical Scope
The unit manages a diverse patient population that may include cardiac telemetry, post-angiogram and post-MI care, CVA and neurological monitoring, oncology, renal and post-transplant care, and surgical recovery. Core competencies expected include:
- Arterial line and central/PICC line management
- Titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips and insulin drips
- Ventilator and tracheostomy care
- Blood product administration and heparin protocols
- High-flow nasal cannula and BiPAP/CPAP management
- Chemotherapy administration and port access
Required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of PCU/progressive care experience
- Prior travel nursing experience required — no first-time travelers
- Electronic health record proficiency required (minimum 1 year)
- Flu vaccine required; no exemptions accepted
Orientation: 72 hours (begins Mondays)
Floating: Staff may float to qualified units within the health system based on census needs. Float assignments will align with demonstrated competencies only.
Pre-assignment modules must be completed within 48 hours of receiving login credentials; up to 16 hours are reimbursable.