Travel PCU RN - $2,120 per week

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel TRAVEL - RN - D2 - PCU Location: Main Campus Address:509 Biltmore Avenue Unit Name: D2 Shift Time: Start Time: 06:45 AM End Time: 07:15 PM Shift Type: Day Shift General Information Unit Specifics: · Scrub Color(s) Navy Blue/White or combination of the 2 colors · Number of Beds : 40 · Patient Ratios : 1:5 Step-Down/1:6 MedSurg – 1:5 if combined – day and night · Unit staffing description-Goal is a free charge, typically 1-2 CNAs based on volume – day and night · Type of equipment : Baxter IV pumps · Documentation system: Cerner · Scheduling requirements: every other weekend, no call, assist with holidays · Floating policy: expected to float to other units within skill set · Patient Experience requirements: Patient safety and care come first. Hospital Specifics- · Certifications: preferred, but not required Hiring profile Requested Skill Set: Prefer a minimum of 2-years recent MedSurg, Telemetry (remote), and Step-Down (PCU) level experience. Must have : Positive attitude with a focus on teamwork for this fast-paced quick-turnover unit. Our focus is ED decompression and enhanced throughput. We are not an overflow or a holding unit. We are a Clinical Decision/Direct Admit Unit with a primary goal of receiving admitted patients from the ED, completing the Admission Assessment, Medication Reconciliation, and initiating acute care orders. This constantly refined process reduces overall length of stay and enhances the patient/family experience. We care for patients with a wide variety of diagnoses; therefore, a well-rounded background will be instrumental. Advanced skills needed: Charge Nurse experience or willingness to consider is appreciated. Procedures performed on unit: minimal bedside procedures due to the environment Certifications Required: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Dress Code : (Required uniform) · Navy Blue/White or combination of the 2 colors – no t-shirts. Appropriate navy or white jacket/sweater if needed. Unit Guidelines/Policies : Please attach unit specific policies and guidelines. · N/A Awards/Recognition: Please include anything that you would like prospective candidates to be aware of, such as, links to videos that feature the department, outstanding department/team awards · N/A Any additional information that would entice a worker to select your unit for their assignment: Consider items such as new equipment or technology, tenure and experience of staff, schedule options, etc. · Most of our travel nurses request an extension as a few have been with us for several years. As stated above, we do float to other units as needed; however, we also offer a couple of additional opportunities in our CMU Telemetry Unit and as ED Transporters. The CMU Telemetry nurses are centrally located and oversee our telemetry patients to ensure safety. These nurses escalate issues at the clinical level to ensure patients are placed on telemetry timely and remain on as indicated by orders. · The ED Transport Nurses assist with moving higher acuity patients from the ED to specialized inpatient units. We staff 2 nurses 24/7 for this role. This initiative allows the ED nurse to remain in the ED to provide ongoing care which enhances throughput and ED decompression. PCUnurse1 Talent Burst Job ID 26-26087. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: TRAVEL - RN -PCU About TalentBurst, Inc TalentBurst Health & Life Sciences is an established provider of healthcare workforce solutions, servicing healthcare facilities across the United States for over 15 years. As a Joint Commission Certified Agency, our commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional service has made us a trusted name in the healthcare staffing landscape. Our mission is to bridge the gap between healthcare professionals seeking fulfilling opportunities and healthcare organizations striving to maintain their high standards of care. We are committed to providing top-notch healthcare professionals with access to facilities where they can focus on delivering exceptional patient care and thrive. Whether you're a nurse, allied health professional, or administrative personnel, we have the expertise to match your skills and aspirations with the perfect placement.