Open Heart PCU RN
Charleston, WV
GLC On-The-Go
4x12 hrs
$2,512/weekOverview
- Start Date10/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Requires COVID-19 Vaccination
Description
PCU Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit | Charleston, WV | Contract
Quick Look
- Weekly Gross Pay: Not specified
- Shift: Night 4x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:00)
- Start Date: 10/15/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Number of Openings: Not specified
Join a leading acute-care hospital as a PCU Registered Nurse in Charleston, WV, specializing in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Step Down. This contract position offers a unique opportunity to work with post-op open heart and other cardiothoracic surgical patients requiring cardiac monitoring. We are looking for dedicated RNs to provide exceptional care in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide care for patients in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with a focus on post-op open heart and cardiothoracic surgeries.
- Monitor patient conditions and perform necessary interventions.
- Assist with chest tube insertion, management, and removal.
- Manage central lines and external/internal pacemakers.
- Utilize wound vacs as necessary.
- Float within scope to meet facility needs as required.
Requirements:
- 2 years of experience in a similar role.
- BLS and ACLS certification required.
- Experience with chest tube management and central line insertion.
- Willingness to float as needed and accommodate blocked schedule requests.
- WV RN license in hand for submission.
- COVID-19 vaccine required; medical/religious exemptions considered on a case-by-case basis.
- Must comply with the 100-mile radius rule (75-99 miles can be sent for facility approval).
- Permanent employees cannot return as travelers for 3 years after last date worked.
- Limit holiday RTO requests to no more than 1 of the 3 major holidays.
Facility Highlights:
- Type of Facility: Level IV Trauma Center, Major Teaching Hospital.
- Total Staffed Beds: 838.
- Scrub Color: Royal Blue/White (RN).
- Charting: Cerner.
- Parking Cost: Free for travelers.
GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you are a qualified PCU Registered Nurse looking for a new opportunity, apply today to join our team and make a difference in patient care!
Employer
GLC On-The-Go
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About Charleston, WV
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Charleston, WV here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs of 85°F and lows of 64°F.
- Average winter highs of 42°F and lows of 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
- Car friendliness is high, as the city is designed for driving.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Charleston offers a variety of restaurants with diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scenes, opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and kayaking, and local sports events to enjoy.
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