Travel Cardiac PCU RN - $1,995 per week

GLC On-The-Go is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Burlington, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

PCU Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Burlington, NC | Contract

Quick Look

• Weekly Gross Pay: $1,895 - $1,995
• Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30)
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks

Join a leading healthcare facility as a PCU Registered Nurse in Burlington, NC, where you will provide exceptional care in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Step Down. This contract position offers an opportunity to work with a dedicated team focused on cardiac patients.

As a PCU Registered Nurse, you must have cardiac PCU experience and be comfortable with a patient ratio of 1:5. The position involves working three 12-hour night shifts from 7 PM to 7:30 AM, with weekend rotation and holidays as needed. Staff are scheduled for a 6-week period via a self-assisted schedule through Optilink, ensuring distribution based on departmental needs, patient work intensity, skill mix, and previous assignments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Interpret and manage dysrhythmias and telemetry monitoring.
• Provide pre and post cardiac catheterization care.
• Manage peripheral lines and PICC line management.
• Administer and manage cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration).
• Perform procedural sedation administration.
• Manage chest tubes and external CPAP/BIPAP.
• Oversee tracheostomy management.

Required Skills:

• Minimum 2 years of PCU experience required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIH preferred.
• Previous Charge RN experience preferred.
• Experience with Rapid Response Teams preferred.

The PCU consists of a 30-private bed cardiac medical progressive care department that provides care 24/7. Rooms are remotely monitored by the Centralized Cardiac Monitoring Department (CCMD). The focus is primarily on cardiac patients, including those with congestive heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, arrhythmias, and other related conditions, with a secondary focus on respiratory problems such as COPD and pneumonia.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are a qualified PCU Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding travel contract opportunity in Burlington, NC, apply now!

GLC On-The-Go Job ID #572910. 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: PCU Registered Nurse

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