PCU Registered Nurse
Augusta, Georgia
University Hospital

Job Opportunity: PCU Registered Nurse (Travel/Contract)

Location: Augusta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Patient Population & Unit Description

• Adult to Geriatric patients
• Intermediate level care: monitoring interventions no more frequent than every hour
• Medical-surgical and telemetry patients with diagnoses such as dysrhythmias, congestive heart failure (CHF), acute onset stroke (non-TPA), acute coronary syndrome, myocardial ischemia
• Fast-paced environment focused on patient throughput and patient-centered care
• All patients are on hardwire telemetry, self-monitored by the RN
• Unit census: 12 beds with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
• Unit systems include Epic and Pyxis

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Georgia
• Minimum 2 years of Telemetry PCU - Progressive Care Unit experience, with at least some experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
• Certifications:

  • BLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
  • ACLS issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Work Environment & Expectations

• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• Floating within facility as needed, within scope of practice
• Weekend schedule: every other weekend
• Holiday work expectations:

  • If 1 major holiday occurs during assignment, traveler expected to work it
  • If 2 major holidays occur, traveler expected to work both
  • If 3 major holidays occur, traveler expected to work 2 of them
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, New Year’s Eve/Day
• Return to Orientation (RTO) maximum: 7 days
• Full compliance with all requirements needed to start on time; delays may result in a 2-week pushback due to orientation scheduling

Additional Notes

• Locals accepted at the same rate
• Number of non-billable orientation hours depends on contract length (e.g., 8 hours for 8-week assignment)
• Candidate must review and sign facility-specific Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance policies prior to start

This position offers a dynamic, team-oriented environment caring for complex telemetry and medical-surgical patients during night shifts. It requires strong clinical skills, certifications, and compliance with thorough onboarding and health documentation protocols.