Travel Nurse RN

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,176 per week at HonorVet Technologies summary: A Travel Nurse RN specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) provides advanced cardiac and respiratory care to intermediate-acuity patients, including telemetry monitoring, medication management, and procedural support. The role involves night shifts in a 30-bed telemetry-monitored cardiac unit, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes. This position is a 13-week travel assignment requiring at least 2 years of PCU experience and certifications in RN, BLS, and ACLS. HonorVet Technologies is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Burlington, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 07/22/2025 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse – PCU (Progressive Care Unit) Facility: Cone Health – Alamance Regional Medical Center Location: 1240 Huffman Mill Rd, Burlington, NC 27215 Start Date: July 22, 2025 Contract Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night – 3 × 12‑hour shifts (19:00–07:00) Unit: Cardiac Medical PCU (Unit 2A – 91140) Positions: 1 Job Overview Care for up to 30 intermediate-acuity cardiac patients (CHF, ACS, dysrhythmias, post-cath, pacemaker placements) who require advanced monitoring (e.g., telemetry, drips, CPAP/BiPAP). The team uses a self-scheduled model via Optilink to balance acuity and patient needs. Night shift provides every-night coverage with floating within the Progressive Care unit as needed. Minimum Requirements Experience: ≥2 years in step-down/PCU or equivalent Certifications/Licensure: RN license (MD/compact), BLS, ACLS; NIHSS preferred Residency: Must reside ≥50 miles from hospital Core Responsibilities & Clinical Skills Telemetry & Cardiac Monitoring Interpret cardiac rhythms and manage dysrhythmias autonomously (§ use of rapid-response protocol) reddit.com7hosthealthcare.com7careers.apos-society.org7 Collaborate with remote monitoring teams and intervene on alerts promptly Medication & Infusion Management Administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips (non-titratable protocols) Set up/manage IVs, PICC lines, and blood products Respiratory & Interventional Support Manage Emerson/Pleur‑evac chest tubes and tracheostomy care Monitor CPAP/BiPAP therapy for respiratory compromise Patient Assessment & Procedural Support Provide pre-/post-cardiac cath care and peripheral line maintenance Support bedside procedures with sterile technique and accurate documentation reddit.com Education & Team Collaboration Educate patients/families on discharge plans, medications, and cardiac care Collaborate with physicians, RT/PT, pharmacy, and social services to develop care plans naxlex.com9betterteam.com9indeed.com9 Unit Details Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5 on typical shifts (may drop to 1:4 with drips/BiPAP) Beds: 30 private telemetry-monitored rooms Scheduling: Self-managed every 6 weeks; weekend coverage included Floating: Occasionally float to other PCU/step-down areas Skilled in cardiac telemetry with strong rhythm interpretation and emergent response abilities. Proficient in infusion therapy, chest tube management, and respiratory support techniques. About HonorVet Technologies HonorVet Technologies: Pioneering Purpose, Empowering Heroes Founded in 2015, HonorVet Technologies stands as a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) , proudly certified by NaVOBA and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs . Our mission goes beyond staffing—we are committed to transforming lives by addressing the critical unemployment challenges faced by veterans. As a Joint Commission-certified clinical staffing agency , we deliver unmatched expertise in placing top-tier healthcare professionals—RNs, LPNs/LVNs, CNAs/CMAs, and NPs—across diverse facilities, including hospitals, clinics, rehabilitation centers, old-age homes, schools, correctional facilities, and more. At HonorVet, we don't just fill roles; we bridge gaps, uplift communities, and honor the ones who served. Benefits Vision benefits License and certification reimbursement Continuing Education Medical benefits Wellness and fitness programs Dental benefits Guaranteed Hours Mileage reimbursement Referral bonus Bereavement Holiday Pay Sick pay Retention bonus Keywords: Travel Nurse, Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit, PCU, Cardiac Telemetry, Infusion Therapy, Respiratory Support, Telemetry Monitoring, ACLS, Patient Care