Travel PCU RN - $1,738 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position in Greensboro, North Carolina. This is an immediate 16‑week travel assignment requiring 36 hours per week on 12‑hour night shifts. The PCU RN, also referred to as a step‑down nurse, cares for patients who need close monitoring and frequent assessment but are not unstable enough for ICU care. The unit may be known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown, or ER holding.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic bedside care and stabilize critical cardiac patients.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs.
• Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications; report any adverse reactions.
• Monitor and adjust specialized patient equipment; interpret and record electronic displays.
• Initiate corrective action when monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology.

Requirements

• ACLS, BLS, NIH certifications.
• 1‑2 years of recent acute care experience (minimum 2 years referenced).
• Additional certifications may be required before starting the assignment.

Skills

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods; bend, lean, and stoop without difficulty.
• Capable of lifting 20 pounds routinely; patient moving/lifting may require up to 50 pounds.
• Good stress‑coping skills and ability to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Guaranteed Hours
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Sick pay
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Referral bonus
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1

Pay

Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

36 hours per week, 12‑hour night shifts.