Cardiac PCU Registered Nurse
Burlington, NC
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse - PCU (Travel/Contract)

Location: Burlington, North Carolina
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Provide care in a 30-bed Cardiac Medical Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with 24/7 coverage.
• Focus on cardiac patients including Congestive Heart Failure, Acute Coronary Syndrome, arrhythmias, pre/post cardiac catheterization, myocardial infarction rule out, syncope, and pacemaker placement.
• Secondary focus on respiratory conditions such as COPD, pneumonia, and BiPAP management.
• Patient-to-nurse ratios typically 1:5; 1:4 when managing drips or BiPAP.
• Work schedule: 3x12 hour day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:30 PM), including weekend rotation and holidays as needed.
• Scheduling is done in 6-week blocks via a self-assisted system based on patient acuity and skill mix.
• Use of EPIC electronic health record system.
• Rapid Response Team involvement preferred.
• Nurse Assistants available 24/7; RN secretary support from 7 AM to 11 PM.

Required Experience & Skills

• Valid Registered Nurse license in North Carolina.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit, with experience within the last year preferred.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Experience with EPIC electronic health record system.

Certifications & Licenses

• Current Registered Nurse license valid in North Carolina.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) required.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) required.
• NIH Stroke Certification preferred.
• Pass/Fail EKG/Dysrhythmia competency exam required (must score 82% or higher).
• EPIC test required with passing score prior to start.
• Orientation Safety Manual Acknowledgement required.

Compliance & Documentation Requirements

• Government-issued photo ID (Driver’s License or 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 with primary source verification; foreign equivalency evaluation if education obtained outside the U.S.
• Employment application/resume with 7-year work history.
• Verification of employment history for the last 5 years through a third-party vendor.
• Two supervisory references required from clinical assignments within the last 24 months (one within 12 months).
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 40 days of start.
• Immunizations and health documents including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (adult vaccine proof required)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 6 months
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B titer or declination
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption (required prior to clearance)
• Fit mask test (N95) completed within current calendar year and updated annually.

Work Environment & Policies

• Zero-tolerance policy for tardiness and unexcused absences.
• Candidates must be flexible with scheduling.
• Must complete all compliance documentation by the deadline (12 Noon EST the Wednesday prior to start).
• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific policies including floating policy and contractor equipment acknowledgement.
• Badge photo must meet strict facility requirements (no selfies, solid color background, business casual or uniform attire).

Additional Notes

• Rooms are remotely monitored by a centralized cardiac monitoring department.
• Staff scheduling considers patient work intensity, skill mix, and previous assignments.
• Nurse Assistants and secretarial support help optimize RN workflow.

This position is ideal for RNs with cardiac progressive care experience seeking a travel contract opportunity with a structured schedule and comprehensive support.