Progressive Care Unit RN
Asheville, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RN - PCU (Progressive Care Unit)

Location: Asheville, North Carolina
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit: 5 West Medicine (5W MEDICINE 610)
• Number of Beds: 36
• Number of Staff: 50+
• Day Shift Staffing: 1 charge nurse, 8 RNs, 3 CNAs, 1 HUC, 1-2 sitters
• Day Shift RN Ratio: 1:5-6
• Night Shift Staffing: 1 charge nurse, 7 RNs, 3 CNAs, 0.5 HUC, 1-2 sitters
• Night Shift RN Ratio: 1:6-7
• Equipment: Medical remote telemetry monitoring, Cerner Patient Observation (CPO), VC150’s in every patient room, workstations on wheels, Tap and Go computer access
• EMR System: Cerner

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including experience within the last year
• Experience in Stepdown, Intermediate Care, Surgical ICU Stepdown, and Direct Observation Unit (DOU)
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Experience with Medical Telemetry

Preferred Qualifications

• BSN degree
• Leadership experience
• Charge Nurse experience

Job Details

• Typical Procedures: Preparation of patients for Endoscopy, Interventional Radiology (IR), and Operating Room (OR)
• Work Environment: Fast-paced, team-oriented, compassionate, and hard-working culture
• Floating Areas: Med-Surg units 3W, 5W, K8 (sister units)
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs (top and bottom), white top with navy blue bottom, or all white

Scheduling

• Must sign up for 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule (Friday, Saturday, Sunday count as weekend shifts on night shift)

Summary

This travel RN position in Asheville, NC offers the opportunity to work in a well-staffed Progressive Care Unit with advanced telemetry monitoring and a supportive team environment. Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant RN experience, current RN licensure, and required certifications including BLS, ACLS, and NIH. Leadership and charge nurse experience are preferred but not mandatory. The role requires commitment to weekend shifts and offers exposure to a variety of patient care settings including preparation for specialized procedures.