Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $1,894 per week in Kings Mountain North, NC

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit
Location: Kings Mountain North, NC
Agency: TalentBurst, Inc.
Pay: $1,894 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 8/10/2026

About the Position

TravelNurseSource is working with TalentBurst, Inc. to find a qualified PCU RN in Kings Mountain North, North Carolina!

Title: RN – Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Location: Ohio (Facility with 58 Licensed Beds)
Duration: 13 Weeks (or per contract)
Schedule: 12-Hour Night Shift (36 Hours/Week) | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM | Every Other Weekend

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

About the Facility

• 58 Licensed Beds
• No Trauma Designation
• Radius Rule: Traveler's permanent residence must be more than 50 miles from the facility

Unit Information

• 33-Bed PCU/MedSurg Unit
• Minimum Experience Required: 18 Months PCU Experience
• First-Time Travelers Accepted

Unit Overview

This is a combined Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Medical-Surgical unit caring for a diverse patient population requiring intermediate-level care.

Patient Population & Common Diagnoses

• Stroke Rule-Out
• CVA
• Cellulitis
• Failure to Thrive (FTT)
• Altered Mental Status (AMS)
• Chest Pain Rule-Out
• Atrial Fibrillation (Afib)
• COPD
• General Medical-Surgical Patients

Patient Ratios

Nursing Ratios

• RN: 1:5 – 1:6
• LPN: Primary patient assignments (same ratio as RN)
• CNA: 1:8 – 1:12

Required Certifications

• Active RN License
• BLS
• ACLS
• NIHSS

Required Skills

Candidates must have experience with:

• Essential Nursing Functions
• Teamwork & Communication
• Tracheostomy Care
• Cardiac Drip Management
• Cardiac Rhythm Interpretation
• Chest Tube Management
• Blood Product Administration
• Wound Care & Dressing Changes
• Central Line Management

Support Available on the Unit

Clinical Support

• CNA Support
  • ADLs
  • Vital Signs
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring
  • Telemetry/Masimo Monitoring
  • Admission, Transfer & Discharge Assistance

Additional Support

• Receptionist/Health Unit Coordinator (most day shifts)
  • Call Bell Management
  • Phone Triage
  • ADT Support
• Charge Nurse (typically without patient assignment)
• Phlebotomy Team
• IV/Vascular Access Team
• Resource Nurse (staffing dependent)
• Respiratory Therapy Available 24/7
• Hospitalists Available 24/7
  • Combination of On-Site and Virtual Coverage
• Telemetry Monitoring
  • Unit-Based Monitoring
  • Central Monitoring at AH Cleveland

Technology & Equipment

• EMR: EPIC
• IV Pumps: Alaris
• Medication Dispensing: Omnicell
• Monitoring System: Phillips Telemetry
• Additional Equipment:
  • Fall Prevention Devices
  • Patient Positioning Equipment

Floating Requirements

Required Floating

Travelers must be willing to float within scope of practice.

• May float throughout the facility as needed
• May float to AH Cleveland regularly
  • Approximately 15–20 minutes away
  • Typically notified in advance

Regional Floating

• Required to float throughout Region 3 based on staffing needs
• Candidates should decline the position if not agreeable to regional floating requirements

Mid-Shift Floating

• Traveler remains on the clock
• Paid travel time between facilities

Orientation

New Employee Orientation (NEO)

Unit Orientation

• 2 Department-Specific Orientation Days

Scheduling Information

Shift

• 12-Hour Night Shift
• 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 36 Hours Per Week

Weekend Requirement

• Every Other Weekend (EOW)

Schedule Cycle

• Schedule posted in 6-week increments

Call & Low Census Information

• No traditional on-call requirement
• Possibility of Low Census Call

Call Back Expectations

• Night Shift: Can be called back until 3:00 AM
• Day Shift: Can be called back until 3:00 PM

Holiday Requirements

• Travelers are required to work 75% of holidays during the contract

Time-Off Policy

• Up to 6 days off may be approved
• Holidays cannot be included in approved time off
• If contracted hours are not met, time may need to be added to the end of the assignment

Unit Culture

• Close-knit team environment
• Strong emphasis on teamwork
• "Every patient is our patient” philosophy
• High focus on patient experience and quality care

Additional Information

• Scrub Color: Navy Blue
• Free Parking Available
• Clinical Interview Required

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Why TalentBurst?
At TalentBurst, we deliver more than talent, we deliver outcomes. We partner with you to move quickly and connect you to opportunities aligned with your skills and long term growth.

Backed by precision, transparency, and results, we connect top talent with leading organizations through trusted partnerships.

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement options.

TalentBurst is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce.

About TalentBurst, Inc.

TalentBurst Health  stands at the forefront of the healthcare and life sciences workforce marketplace. With a strong legacy of delivering exceptional value to some of the most respected organizations in the industry, we remain steadfast in our mission to fuel innovation and excellence through top-tier talent.

As we continue to grow, TalentBurst is rapidly emerging as the employer of choice for nursing professionals. We are proud to support the vital professionals who power these dynamic industries.

Our team excels in connecting clients with deep, specialized talent pools, solving complex workforce challenges, and elevating both our clients and ourselves as leading employers within the healthcare and life sciences communities.

The U.S. healthcare industry is the nation’s third-largest employer, accounting for over 14% of the adult workforce—and it continues to expand.

At TalentBurst, we are uniquely positioned to support this upward trajectory—empowering our clients and talent to thrive in an evolving landscape full of opportunity.

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