Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Charlotte, North Carolina
Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - PCU

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

Job Summary

Seeking a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with a focus on neurological and medical intermediate patients. The unit cares for a sub-specialized neurological population alongside medical intermediate patients.

Key Details

• Shift: 12-hour night shifts (18:45 - 07:15), 36 and 48-hour shifts can be offered
• Patient Ratio: 1:4
• Average Daily Census: Up to 24 patients
• Contract Duration: 13 to 26 weeks
• Floating: Required to float to other intermediate and critical care areas
• Weekend Requirement: 3 weekends every 6 weeks (total 6 weekend shifts)
• Orientation: 32 hours (8-hour computer class + 2 shifts on unit)
• Dress Code: Navy blue and white scrubs
• Unit Systems: PYXIS, EPIC, SBAR
• Scheduling: Self-schedule with staff approval

Patient Population

• Intermediate care patients with neurological sub-specialty needs
• Medical intermediate patients

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in North Carolina
• Minimum 2 years of experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU), with PCU experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Experience with ventilators
• Experience with IV drips

Additional Requirements

• Floating to other units as needed
• Weekend shifts as scheduled
• Must complete all required documentation and training prior to start
• Photo for badge required ASAP after signing contract
• Must complete Epic training or test-out option if applicable
• Must complete annual compliance and facility-specific education modules

Notes

• Candidates must be reviewed against unit description requirements
• Teamwork and adherence to policies are strongly enforced
• RTO (Return to Office) is not allowed after booking and cannot be worked out onsite
• Dysrhythmia/EKG competency exam must be passed within 72 hours of assignment start; three attempts allowed before cancellation
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required during flu season
• Orientation includes both computer-based and hands-on unit training

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized neurological and intermediate care setting with a supportive team environment and structured orientation.