PCU | RN

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Locum Tenens Nursing Job in Burlington, North Carolina
Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse with this locum tenens opportunity in Burlington, NC (zip code 27215). Join a leading healthcare team in a 30-bed Cardiac Medical PCU, providing expert clinical support and high-quality patient care to adults with complex cardiac and respiratory conditions. Experience the charm of Burlington, North Carolina—a vibrant community with excellent amenities and outdoor recreation—while making a difference in healthcare.
PCU Registered Nurse Job Details

• Location: Burlington, NC 27215 (North Carolina healthcare job)
• Unit: 30-bed Cardiac Medical Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Position Type: Locum tenens / Travel Registered Nurse contract
• Start Date: August 26, 2025
• End Date: November 4, 2025
• Assignment Length: 10 weeks
• Shift: 3x12-hour night shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Weekly Hours: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1820 - $1870
• Weekend/Holiday Coverage: Required as needed
• Charting System: EPIC
• Self-Scheduling: 6-week periods via Optilink

PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or Cardiac nursing experience required
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (North Carolina or compact state; must be in hand at submission)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS certification preferred
• Proficiency with EPIC charting system required
• Ability to manage 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratios (1:4 with drips/BiPAP)
• Skilled in dysrhythmia interpretation, telemetry, cardiac drips, vasoactive drips, chest tubes, external CPAP/BiPAP, tracheostomy management, and pre/post cardiac cath care
• Must pass EKG exam during compliance (2 attempts allowed)
• COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• First-time travel nurses welcome!
• Willingness to float to other campuses as needed
• Compliance file must be completed by the Wednesday prior to start date
• No local candidates accepted (must reside 50+ miles from facility)

PCU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care to adult patients with cardiac and respiratory diagnoses, including congestive heart failure, acute coronary syndrome, arrhythmias, pre/post cardiac catheterization, COPD, and pneumonia
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, responding promptly to patient condition changes
• Administer and titrate cardiac and vasoactive drips as indicated
• Perform peripheral and PICC line care and management
• Manage chest tubes, tracheostomies, and provide respiratory support (CPAP/BiPAP)
• Participate in rapid response teams and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare staff
• Document patient care accurately and efficiently using EPIC
• Engage in self-scheduling and adapt to departmental needs, including weekend and holiday shifts
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and clinical excellence in patient care

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a PCU Registered Nurse in Burlington, North Carolina, and take the next step in your nursing career!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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