PCU RN
Asheville, NC
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel RN opportunity: Registered Nurse (PCU/Cardiac) at Mission Hospital — Asheville, NC (13-week travel assignment). Join a dedicated cardiovascular care team at Mission Hospital in Asheville, North Carolina, as an RN in the Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPC). This 13-week travel contract offers the chance to work at a nationally recognized hospital providing advanced care to patients recovering from cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries. Experience Asheville in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains (zip code 28801), known for its arts scene, historic architecture, and outdoor recreation.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800 – $1,890
• Location: Mission Hospital, Asheville, NC 28801 (Asheville, North Carolina)
• Unit: Cardiovascular Progressive Care (CVPC), E Heart Tower
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (travel assignment)
• Shift: 12 Hour Days (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Weekend Requirement: Minimum 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period
• On-Site Position

Why Join This Nursing Job

• Work as a Cardiac RN / PCU nurse in a high-acuity cardiovascular progressive care unit.
• Opportunity to expand clinical skills in telemetry, post-operative cardiac care, and vascular surgery patient populations.
• Experience a travel nurse assignment in Asheville, NC — great for nurses seeking short-term travel assignments and competitive pay.

Job Requirements / Qualifications

• Active RN license in North Carolina or a compact state (Registered Nurse)
• ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year recent stepdown/telemetry nursing experience
• Experience with cardiovascular and vascular surgery patient populations preferred (open heart, TAVR, lobectomy, AAA repair, fem-pop bypass)
• CVICU experience is a plus; telemetry nurse and stepdown nurse experience preferred
• Ability to float to stepdown, medical-surgical units, and ER inpatient holding areas as needed
• Team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and demonstrates schedule flexibility

Responsibilities / Clinical Duties

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients recovering from cardiovascular and thoracic surgeries, and manage medical cardiology overflow
• Manage a typical patient ratio of 1:5 per RN in the PCU/stepdown setting
• Perform and monitor procedures including epidural and chest tube management, enteral feedings, IV insulin, and complex cardiac drips
• Administer and titrate cardiac infusions and drips (phenylephrine, dobutamine, dopamine, milrinone, diltiazem, amiodarone, insulin, heparin, nitroglycerin, ketamine as indicated)
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including charge RNs, patient care technicians (PCTs), and health unit coordinators (HUCs)
• Document care accurately in Cerner EMR (electronic medical record)
• Adhere to unit guidelines, hospital policies, and dress code (navy or white scrubs)
• Participate in required weekend and holiday coverage

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel RN – PCU/Cardiac at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. Submit your resume and RN license information today to be considered for this 13-week travel nurse assignment. Join our team and advance your cardiac nursing career in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina!

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