Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,167 per week in Salem, VA

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit
Location: Salem, VA
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,167 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 12/7/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Salem, Virginia, 24153!

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Shift Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years License: RN License Required Certifications: BLS & ACLS Required Description: General Comments: The unit has 15 beds. There are 22 staff members including RNs and PCTs. Day shift typically consists of 3-4 RNs, 2 PCTs, and 1 Clinical Coordinator. Night shift typically consists of 3-4 RNs and 1 PCT. Patient ratios are 4-5 patients per nurse. The unit is equipped for Cardiac Telemetry, Chest tubes, and various cardiac drips such as NTG, Cardizem, and Amiodarone. Patient population includes post-cath patients, post-surgical patients including open heart, lung patients, general surgery patients, and post-op orthopedic patients requiring cardiac monitoring. The EMR system used is Meditech. Candidates must have PCU experience and knowledge of cardiac rhythms and surgical patients. Chest tube management and experience with epidurals are also required. Preferred skills include teamwork and time management, especially in high turnover patient settings. Typical procedures performed include post-cardiac cath, EP studies, device placements, groin management, and management of chest tubes. Experience with critical drips, epidurals, and PCA is beneficial. The best candidate fit is outgoing, team-oriented, and willing to go above and beyond for patients. Floating may be required to ICU taking PCU type patients, PCU, or Med-Surg with a capacity of 5 patients. Dress code allows for navy or white scrubs, which can be mixed or matched. Staff will be expected to work every other weekend or 4 weekend shifts.

About Cynet Health

Your travel nursing adventure begins here. Matching talented nurses like you with high-paying travel jobs at the best facilities across all 50 states. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we fill. We understand this is a partnership. You will have no surprises. Your salary will be discussed upfront and there will be no troubling negotiation tactics. 

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam

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