PCU | RN

Travel Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Night Shift – Wilmington, NC
Advance your nursing career as a Travel Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at a top-rated healthcare facility in Wilmington, North Carolina (zip code 28401). This travel nursing job offers a rewarding locum tenens assignment in a renowned cardiac telemetry unit, where you’ll deliver specialized care to patients with complex cardiac and vascular conditions. Experience the best of North Carolina nursing jobs in a vibrant coastal city known for its historic charm, scenic riverfronts, and beautiful beaches.
Travel RN Job Details – Wilmington, NC

• Location: Wilmington, NC 28401 (North Carolina healthcare jobs)
• Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Locum Tenens)
• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Cardiac Telemetry
• Start Date: September 2, 2025
• End Date: December 2, 2025
• Duration: 13 weeks (option to extend up to 26 weeks)
• Shift: Night Shift, 3x12-hour shifts/week (18:45 - 07:15)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Estimated Weekly Salary: $1700 - $1750
• Patient Ratios: 1:4 (surgical step down), 1:5-6 (lower acuity)
• Weekend Requirement: 4 shifts per 4 weeks (flexible)
• Orientation: 24 hours
• Scrubs: Navy

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in North Carolina or Compact State (required by start date)
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience in cardiac nursing or PCU/Stepdown/IMC units
• Proficiency in cardiac telemetry, management of cardiac drips, and post-cardiac cath care
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS
• Must pass EKG competency testing prior to start
• Epic EMR charting experience preferred
• Ability to float within hospital or to affiliate hospitals as needed
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Travel Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with cardiac and vascular diagnoses (e.g., atrial fibrillation, CHF, ACS, CAD)
• Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry and dysrhythmias
• Administer and titrate cardiac drips, perform sheath removal, and provide post-cardiac catheterization care
• Assist with cardiac and thoracic procedures (CABG, AVR, MVR, TAVR, etc.)
• Operate specialized equipment: arterial lines, Doppler, bladder scanner, EKG, chest tubes
• Document patient care using Epic EMR and follow SBAR communication protocols
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (physical therapy, respiratory, pharmacy, and support services)
• Participate as a member of the Storm Team or Hurricane Team during disaster response

Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Join our healthcare team in Wilmington, NC, and enjoy a supportive work environment, professional growth, and the unique lifestyle of North Carolina’s coastal region. Apply now to secure your spot in this high-demand travel RN job!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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