Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $1,915 per week in Winston Salem, NC

With dedicated respiratory therapists, a 3:1 team lead model, and multiple specialized support teams, you'll provide exceptional care to complex patients while developing advanced skills in ventilator management, telemetry, and critical interventions. The unit's collaborative culture emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, making it ideal for experienced nurses seeking a challenging yet supportive environment where patient safety and quality outcomes are the top priorities.

TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified PCU RN in Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27103!

Job Opportunity – Registered Nurse / Medical-Surgical Telemetry – North Carolina

Start Date: October 26, 2026

Location: North Carolina

Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants

Schedule: 12-hour day shifts (06:45-19:15), 36 hours per week, every other weekend required

Highlights:

• High-acuity 48-bed Medical-Surgical/Telemetry unit with PCU-level patients and specialized respiratory care
• Patient ratios typically 1:4-5 (mixed acuity); maximum 1:6 in extreme situations with strong interdisciplinary support
• Patient population includes COPD, pneumonia, acute respiratory failure, COVID-19, flu, pulmonary embolism, and patients requiring vents, trachs, CPAP/BiPAP, and chest tubes
• Epic EMR system with 24 hours of unit orientation
• Contract length: 13 weeks minimum, with potential extension through February 2027
• Extensive support resources including Admission/Discharge nurse, Assistant Nurse Manager, Vascular Access Team, RRT, Code Team, Respiratory Therapists, and Behavioral Health Team

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• Current RN license (NC or Compact state)
• Active BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification preferred
• Proficiency in IV starts, ventilator management, telemetry monitoring, CPAP/BiPAP, and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• Experience with chest tubes, cardiac and vasoactive drips (dopamine, cardizem, heparin), and tracheostomy care
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start date
• Ability to float to similar units as needed
• First-time travelers accepted; local candidates welcome
• Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)

Why It's a Great Opportunity:

This position offers the chance to work on a dynamic, higher-acuity medical-surgical unit with comprehensive respiratory care capabilities and strong team-based support. With dedicated respiratory therapists, a 3:1 team lead model, and multiple specialized support teams, you'll provide exceptional care to complex patients while developing advanced skills in ventilator management, telemetry, and critical interventions. The unit's collaborative culture emphasizes teamwork and professional growth, making it ideal for experienced nurses seeking a challenging yet supportive environment where patient safety and quality outcomes are the top priorities.