PCU RN
Hermitage, Tennessee
TriStar Summit Medical Center

Registered Nurse (PCU) - Travel Assignment

Location: Hermitage, Tennessee
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36 (3 shifts of 12 hours each)
Shift: Not specified

Unit and Work Environment

• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Beds: Two units with 34 and 25 beds respectively
• Patient Ratios:

  • Days: 1:4 to 1:5
  • Nights: 1:5 to 1:6
• Staffing:

  • 3 techs on larger unit, 2 techs on smaller unit when fully staffed
• Equipment used:

  • Bipaps, high flow oxygen, Vapotherm
  • Alaris pumps, cardiac drips, heparin drips, insulin drips
  • Peritoneal dialysis, wound vacs (in conjunction with wound care)
• Documentation system: Meditech
• Floating: May float between PCU units or to med-surg floors
• Scheduling:

  • Every other weekend required
  • Self-scheduling with 4-week schedules
• Patient Experience:

  • Hourly rounding on days, every 2 hours on nights
  • Use of AIDET communication and communication boards

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Tennessee
• Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
• Experience with cardiac drips, insulin drips, and heparin drips
• Experience with bipaps, high flow oxygen, and multiple oxygen delivery systems
• Stroke care experience
• Post-cardiac catheterization care experience
• Experience with tube feedings and management of NG/Dobhoff tubes

Procedures Performed on Unit

• Peritoneal dialysis
• Thoracentesis
• Paracentesis
• Chest tube insertions
• Dobhoff/NG tube insertions
• Central line dressing changes
• Wound vac troubleshooting

Additional Information

• Dress Code: Black scrubs required
• Culture: Family-like atmosphere with strong teamwork
• Most travelers extend their contracts after the first assignment on PCU
• Techs assist with patient care to support nurses

Summary

This travel RN position in a Progressive Care Unit offers a dynamic environment with a variety of advanced skills and procedures. The role requires strong critical thinking, cardiac care experience, and certifications in BLS and ACLS. The unit supports a collaborative culture with tech assistance and self-scheduling, making it attractive for nurses seeking a supportive and engaging assignment.