Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Greensboro, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (PCU) - Travel/Contract

Location: Greensboro, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (PCU - Progressive Care Unit)
• Shift: Nights, 3x12 hour shifts (7 PM - 7 AM)
• Schedule: Up to every other weekend; staff asked to sign up for 5 weekend shifts every 6 weeks
• Floating: May be required to float between all campuses within the health system
• Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in specialty (PCU/Cardiac Telemetry)
• Prior Travel Experience: Not required; first-time travelers are welcome

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• Pass/Fail EKG/Dysrhythmia Exam (must pass with minimum 82%)
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit (e.g., NIH Stroke Certification for Cardiac Progressive Care)

Required Skills and Experience

• Cardiac Telemetry and Progressive Care Unit experience required
• Experience with rapid response teams
• Care for cardiac patients including:

  • Acute coronary syndrome
  • Pre and post cardiac catheterization (with and without intervention)
  • Post myocardial infarction care
  • Arrhythmias, syncope, chest pain, STEMI/NSTEMI
  • New onset and chronic atrial fibrillation, Tikosyn loading
  • EP lab care for pacemaker and ICD placement
  • Secondary population: new onset and chronic heart failure
• Experience with:

  • TR Bands
  • Central lines, PICC lines, CVP monitoring
  • EPIC electronic health record system

Compliance and Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License/State ID)
• Social Security Card (for badge issuance)
• Background check within 60 days covering all locations lived/worked/schooled in past 7 years
• Education verification (Associate’s degree in nursing or higher required)
• Transcript/Diploma as applicable
• Foreign equivalency evaluation if education obtained outside the U.S.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 40 days of start
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap
  • TB test (Qgold/TSPOT within 6 months) and TB questionnaire
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) proof or titers
  • Varicella proof or titers
  • Hepatitis B titer or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption (required by October 20)
• Fit mask test (N95) completed within current calendar year and updated annually
• Physical exam (if applicable)
• Employment application/resume with 7-year work history
• Work history verification for last 5 years
• Two supervisory references (clinical positions)

Additional Notes

• Zero tolerance policy for tardiness and unexcused absences
• Candidates must complete a mandatory questionnaire prior to offer
• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific policies including floating policy and contractor equipment acknowledgment
• Badge photo must meet strict facility requirements (no selfies, solid color background, business casual or uniform attire)
• Fingerprinting required only for Home Health and Long-Term Care positions (not applicable here)
• EPIC test required for RNs, with 2 attempts allowed to pass; additional attempts may be granted onsite at manager’s discretion

This position offers an opportunity to work in a cardiac-focused progressive care environment with a supportive team and a structured schedule. First-time travel nurses are encouraged to apply.