PCU Registered Nurse
Anniston, Alabama
RMC Anniston

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - PCU

Location: Anniston, Alabama
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 8 weeks
Shift: Night (4 shifts per week, 12 hours each, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
Hours per Week: 48

Job Description

• Float to MedSurg units as needed
• Patient ratio approximately 1:5
• Work settings include MedSurg/Telemetry, Telemetry, and PCU/Stepdown units
• Strong cardiac monitoring and emergency response skills required
• Must be able to start IVs, manage Heparin protocols, and cardiac drips (no titration)
• Accepts first-time travelers
• Local candidates within a 60-mile radius considered

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alabama
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within the last year
• Med Surg and Telemetry experience
• ACLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• BLS certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Required Documentation & Compliance

• Valid Driver’s License or State ID
• Social Security Number (full number required for access initiation)
• Background check within 6 months covering all locations lived/worked in last 7 years, including Social Security trace, state and nationwide criminal checks, sex offender registry, EPLS/GSA/SAM, and HHS/OIG checks
• Official transcript, diploma, or third-party education verification
• Primary source verification of state license and NURSYS verification
• Physical exam within 12 months of start
• Fit mask test within 12 months of start (annual renewal not required unless new contract)
• Immunizations/vaccinations or proof of immunity:

  • Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test (Qgold, Tspot, or PPD within past 12 months) or chest x-ray follow-up if positive
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (2 MMR vaccines or positive titer)
  • Hepatitis B series, titer, or declination
  • Varicella (2 vaccines, history of chickenpox, or positive titer)
• Drug screening: 10-panel drug test within 30 days of start
• Flu vaccination or declination (required year-round; decliners must wear a mask at work)
• Skills checklist annually (clinical competency exam as applicable)
• Orientation safety manual acknowledgment

Additional Notes

• Patient ratios and float assignments require flexibility and strong clinical skills in cardiac care
• No titration of cardiac drips allowed
• Emergency response skills are critical
• This is a night shift position with 4 shifts per week, each 12 hours long

This position is ideal for RNs with cardiac monitoring experience who are comfortable working in PCU, Telemetry, and MedSurg settings and are looking for a short-term travel assignment.