LifePoint is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Henderson, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Position Summary: Maria Parham Health is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) on a night shift schedule. The RN will provide intermediate-level care for patients who require close monitoring and treatment but are stable enough to not require intensive care.
Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor patients with acute conditions including cardiac, respiratory, and post-surgical needs
- Administer medications and therapies as prescribed by attending physicians
- Perform head-to-toe assessments and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement individualized care plans
- Document patient care accurately and thoroughly in electronic medical records
- Support patients and families by providing education and emotional care
- Comply with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and safety protocols
- Assist in transitions of care and discharge planning
Qualifications:
- Active RN license in North Carolina or eligibility for compact state licensure
- Minimum 2 years of recent experience in PCU, telemetry, or step-down units
- BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Strong clinical assessment skills and ability to manage complex patient conditions
- Proficiency with cardiac monitoring and telemetry equipment
- Excellent communication and organizational abilities