PCU RN
Nashville, TN
GLC On-The-Go
3x12 hrs

Travel RN - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Nashville, TN | Contract

Quick Look

• Weekly Gross Pay: Not specified
• Shift: 19:00-07:00, 12 Hours
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Number of Openings: 4

Join a leading acute-care hospital as a Travel RN in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in Nashville, TN. This is a contract position offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment with a focus on patient-centered care. Our PCU is known for its supportive culture and teamwork, making it an ideal place for travel nurses looking to make a difference.

Unit Specifics:

• Number of Beds: 34 in PCU 630 and 25 in PCU 633
• Patient Ratios: 1:4 to 1:5 on days, 1:5 to 1:6 on nights
• Unit Staffing: 3 techs when full on 630 and 2 techs when full on 633
• Type of Equipment: Bipaps, high flow O2, vapotherm, Alaris pumps, cardiac drips, heparin drips, insulin drips, peritoneal dialysis, wound vacs
• Documentation System: Meditech
• Scheduling Requirements: Every other weekend requirement for contract, 3 12-hour shifts a week
• Floating Policy: May float between PCU units or to med-surg floors
• Patient Experience Requirements: Hourly rounding on days, every 2 hours on nights, AIDET, and maintaining communication boards

Required Skills:

• Critical thinking skills
• EKG rhythm interpretation
• Experience with cardiac drip, insulin drip, and heparin drip
• Peritoneal dialysis experience preferred
• Peripheral IV skills
• Advanced skills: ACLS certification required
• Experience with bipaps, high flow O2, and multiple oxygen delivery systems
• Experience with stroke and post-cardiac cath care
• Experience with tube feedings and NG/dobhoff tubes

Procedures Performed on Unit:

• Peritoneal dialysis
• Thoracentesis
• Paracentesis
• Chest tube insertions
• Dobhoff/NG tube insertions
• Central line dressing changes
• Troubleshooting wound vacs

Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS

Dress Code: Black scrubs

This unit values self-scheduling, allowing nurses to manage their time effectively. With a commitment to teamwork and a culture that cares like family, many travelers choose to extend their assignments after their first experience in our PCU.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are a dedicated RN looking for a rewarding travel opportunity in Nashville, TN, apply now to join our team!