PCU RN
Wilmington, NC
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,829/weekOverview
- Start Date09/08/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
PCU Registered Nurse
Overview
- Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
- Employment type: Travel/Contract
- Shift: Nights, 3x12 hours
- Hours per week: 36
- Contract length: 13 weeks
Required Qualifications
- Valid RN license in North Carolina
- Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit (2 years of experience)
- PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience within the last year
- One completed travel assignment
- BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
- ACLS
- NIHSS
- Cardiac Telemetry
- Sheath Removal
- Interpretation of dysrhythmias
- Pre/Post Cardiac Cath
- Titrate Cardiac drips
- Chest tubes-Emerson/Pleuravac
- Non-invasive airway management
- Arterial line management
- Charge Experience
Key Clinical Experience
- Cardiac telemetry
- PCU/DOU/IMC/stepdown
- Sheath removal
- Dysrhythmia interpretation and management
- Post-MI care
- Pre/post cardiac cath care
- Cardiac drip management, including titration
- Chest tubes
- External CPAP/BIPAP
- Nasal cannula and non-invasive airway management
Unit Setting
- Ratios vary by acuity
- Typical ratios: 1:4 for surgical stepdown and 1:5-6 for lower acuity
- Float requirement: follows unit rotation, not first to float
- Weekend requirement: 4 per 4 weeks
Additional Notes
- RTO after booking is not allowed
- Candidates may be assigned to storm or hurricane response duties
- Navy scrubs are required
- Interview required before offer
Employer
Host Healthcare
268 nurses recommend working with Host Healthcare
Pros
Tyler goes above and beyond. He made the travel process easy, is always incredibly responsive, and reaches out consistently to make sure things go smooth throughout the entirety of the contract and beyond. It is obvious he enjoys his work and genuinely cares about you as a traveler.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Host Healthcare
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At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.
We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.
During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.
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About Wilmington, NC
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Wilmington, NC here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Wilmington is slightly higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary factor.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Summer average high: 89°F, average low: 70°F.
- Winter average high: 58°F, average low: 36°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Wilmington, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in the off-peak tourist seasons.
- Wilmington is car-friendly, with relatively low traffic congestion.
- Public transportation options are limited, but there are some bus routes available.
- Wilmington has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the pollen from the many trees and plants in the area.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Wilmington.
- Wilmington offers a variety of activities including exploring the historic downtown area, visiting museums, enjoying fresh seafood at local restaurants, and engaging in outdoor activities such as golfing and fishing.
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