PCU Registered Nurse
Asheville, NC
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Title

Travel RN – Stepdown / PCU (Night Shift)

Location

Asheville, North Carolina

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Night Shift (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | Onsite | 9-Week Assignment | Projected Start: June 29, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting under established nursing standards and protocols
• Monitor and assess patients requiring intermediate-level care, identifying and responding to changes in patient condition
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered, documenting accurately in the electronic medical record
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, procedures, and discharge planning
• Maintain compliance with all facility policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in North Carolina or compact state eligibility
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a Stepdown, PCU, or Intermediate Care (IMC) setting
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS may be required
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills appropriate for intermediate-acuity patients

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior travel nursing experience in a Stepdown or PCU environment
• Familiarity with cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation
• Experience in a high-volume regional referral or trauma center setting

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a nationally recognized acute care facility honored among the top 1% of hospitals in the country for clinical quality
• Join a team at a Magnet-designated institution known for nursing excellence and a commitment to patient safety