Posted 09/25/2026 · Job #511792
PCU RN- Asheville, North Carolina
Job Description
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) Travel Job in Asheville, North Carolina
Join a dynamic Progressive Care Unit in Asheville, NC 28801, a scenic mountain city known for its vibrant arts culture, welcoming community, and beautiful Blue Ridge surroundings. Take on a rewarding travel nursing job in a high-acuity, cardiac-focused setting. This 13-week PCU Registered Nurse opportunity offers the chance to provide expert telemetry care, support complex patients, and build your experience in a fast-paced progressive care environment.
Job Details
- Employment Type: Travel Nurse
- Setting: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown / Cardiac PCU
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Schedule: 36 guaranteed hours per week; every other weekend
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,800 – $1,890
- Location: Asheville, NC 28801
- Floating Areas: MedSurg units, Stepdown units, COVID unit, and ER holding
- Charting System: Cerner
Job Requirements
- Progressive care, stepdown, or cardiac telemetry nursing experience
- Telemetry experience required
- Experience managing titratable or cardiac IV medications such as nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutamine, insulin drip, heparin, and diuretics
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications
- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented mindset
- Flexible, positive, and compassionate approach to patient care
- Preferred: experience with prostacyclins and relief charge nurse responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Provide expert bedside care as a Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse for patients with complex cardiac and medical needs
- Monitor telemetry readings and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
- Administer and safely manage titratable cardiac medications and IV drips
- Care for patients recovering from CHF, MI, chest pain, arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, DKA, and post-procedure cardiac interventions
- Perform bedside cardioversion as needed
- Collaborate closely with the charge nurse, interdisciplinary team, and support staff to promote excellent patient outcomes
- Adapt to floating assignments while delivering consistent, high-quality nursing care
Apply now to join this Asheville, North Carolina PCU travel nursing opportunity and make an impact in a respected cardiac care environment.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Equal Opportunity
GHR Healthcare is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where individuals are treated with respect and provided equal opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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