Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $2,059 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing 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: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Title

Travel RN – Stepdown / PCU (Night Shift)

Location

Asheville, North Carolina

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | Night Shift (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | Onsite | 9-Week Assignment | Projected Start: June 29, 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting under established nursing standards and protocols
• Monitor and assess patients requiring intermediate-level care, identifying and responding to changes in patient condition
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions as ordered, documenting accurately in the electronic medical record
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary care teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, procedures, and discharge planning
• Maintain compliance with all facility policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in North Carolina or compact state eligibility
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a Stepdown, PCU, or Intermediate Care (IMC) setting
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS may be required
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts in a fast-paced acute care environment
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills appropriate for intermediate-acuity patients

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior travel nursing experience in a Stepdown or PCU environment
• Familiarity with cardiac monitoring and telemetry interpretation
• Experience in a high-volume regional referral or trauma center setting

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work at a nationally recognized acute care facility honored among the top 1% of hospitals in the country for clinical quality
• Join a team at a Magnet-designated institution known for nursing excellence and a commitment to patient safety

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #753695. 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: Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.

The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.

Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.

Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others