TravelNurseSource is working with Revolution Healthcare Services to find a qualified PCU RN in Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27103!
Job Opportunity – Med-Surg/Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse – North Carolina
Start Date: November 30, 2026
Location: North Carolina
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants. Rate considerations apply for local candidates.
Schedule: 12-hour night shifts (18:45-07:15), 36 hours per week. Every other weekend required. Up to 7 days of pre-approved time off allowed (no holidays). Must work 2 of 3 major holidays.
Highlights:
- Mixed acuity unit caring for Med-Surg/Telemetry and Progressive Care patients with respiratory focus
- Target patient ratios: 1:4-5; may extend to 1:6 in high-volume situations
- Patient population includes COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, acute respiratory failure, PE, chest tubes, and chronic vent/trach patients
- 48-bed unit supported by admission/discharge nurse, assistant nurse manager, respiratory therapists, vascular access team, RRT, code team, and behavioral health team
- Epic charting system with Pyxis medication management
- 24-hour orientation with block scheduling available when unit needs are met
- Float requirement to like units within facility
- Unit manages ventilators (chronic trach/vent patients only - no nurse has more than one vent patient at a time), CPAP, BiPAP, chest tubes, and cardiac/vasoactive drips
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years of Med-Surg/Telemetry or Progressive Care nursing experience required
- Previous travel nursing experience required
- Active RN license (North Carolina or Compact state)
- Current certifications: BLS and ACLS required; NIHSS preferred
- Must pass facility EKG testing prior to start date
- Proficiency with IV starts, telemetry monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
- Experience with ventilated patients, CPAP/BiPAP, chest tubes, and cardiac drips
- Flu vaccination required (medical/religious exemptions only)
- Demonstrated teamwork approach and adherence to attendance policies strongly enforced
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This high-acuity Med-Surg/Progressive Care role offers experienced travel nurses the chance to expand their clinical skills with a diverse respiratory-focused patient population while being supported by robust interdisciplinary resources. You'll work within a collaborative team environment that prioritizes both quality patient care and staff support, with advanced resources including dedicated admission/discharge nurses, respiratory therapy, rapid response teams, and specialized access teams. This position is ideal for confident, skilled nurses who thrive in fast-paced environments and value professional growth alongside comprehensive team support.
Note: Scrubs are not provided; white or navy blue scrubs required. Pre-start online modules (approximately 8-10 hours) must be completed using Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge. Former facility employees must wait 12 months before applying. Strict attendance policy is in effect; requested time off after contract signing is not permitted.