Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

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

Unit Information

• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Beds: 44
• Staffing:

  • Day Shift: 2 CNC/Charge Nurses, 11 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 HUC
  • Night Shift: 2 CNC/Charge Nurses, 11 RNs, 4 CNAs, 1 HUC
• Patient Ratios: Typically 4:1, stretched to 5:1
• Equipment Used: IV pumps, Skylift, PCA pump, Chest tubes, Trachs, Patient lifts
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR): Cerner

Job Description

• Provide nursing care in a Progressive Care Unit specializing in neuro and trauma care.
• Typical procedures include:

  • Neuro and spinal checks
  • C-Collar placement, TLSO braces
  • Chest tube management, PCA pump operation, IV infusions
  • Lumbar drain care
  • Feeding tube placement
  • Blood transfusions

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience, including at least 1 year of recent experience in a Neuro Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Experience in neuro trauma care
• Current certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS

Additional Information

• Floating areas may include stepdown units and med-surg units
• Dress code: Navy blue scrubs
• Weekend schedule: Every other weekend required

Summary

This travel RN position in the Progressive Care Unit requires a nurse with at least 2 years of experience in neuro and trauma care, current RN licensure, and certifications in ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS. The role involves managing complex patient care with specialized equipment and procedures in a 44-bed unit with a typical patient ratio of 4:1. The position offers a 13-week contract in Asheville, NC, with a team-oriented environment and a focus on patient safety and quality care.