Travel PCU RN - $2,164 per week

TalentBurst, Inc is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Unit Information: (E5 CARD)
Location:
Address: 509 Biltmore Ave., Asheville, NC 28801
Floor: 5th floor
Building: Owen Heart Center (Heart Tower)
General Information
Tell us about the unit(s):
Number of Beds - 40
Type of staff:
Day Shift – 1 Charge Nurse/ 10 staff/bedside nurses/4 PCTs/1 Unit Secretary
Night Shift – 1 Charge Nurse/10 staff/bedside nurses/3 PCTs
Patient Ratios –1:4; stretch staffing at 1:5 ratio
Type of patients: patients with CHF, MI, CP, arrhythmia, Pulmonary Hypertension; valvular disease, endocarditis; DKA; post cardiac cath/stent; post pacer/ICD/ ablation.
Type of equipment: Zoll, Baxter pump, lift equipments, bladder scanner;
EMR - Cerner
Typical hiring profile
Skill Set Most recruited for:
Must have: candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.
Stepdown or progressive care experience
Telemetry experience
Experience with titratable or cardiac IV medications like nitroglycerine, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutrex, insulin drip, heparin, bumex/Lasix; etc.
Preferred or nice to have: candidates with these skills will be considered first.
Experience with prostacyclins (Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin).
Relief charge experience
List typical procedures performed on unit(s):
Bedside Cardioversion
Best personality Fit:
Flexible, positive attitude, great team player, compassionate
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:
BLS, ACLS
Floating Area(s):
All MedSurg units, Stepdown units, COVID unit, and ER holding.
Dress Code:
Scrub Color/Attire - all white or all navy blue or white top and navy blue pants.
Unit Guidelines/Policies: Please feel free to attach unit policies and guidelines.
Will be discussed during orientation
Weekends and On call(if any)
Every other weekend

Talent Burst Job ID #26-16667. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: BACKFILL - TRAVEL - RN-CARDIAC STEP-DOWN

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.