Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $2,081 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 12 / 29 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

PCU Registered Nurse Travel Jobs – Progressive Care Unit RN in Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina

Advance your nursing career with a travel assignment as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse in Roanoke Rapids, NC. This healthcare job offers the opportunity to join a leading Medical Step Down Unit, providing high-quality clinical support in a vibrant North Carolina community known for its scenic parks and welcoming atmosphere.

Travel Nursing Job Details

Location : Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 – Explore North Carolina nursing jobs in a town with outdoor recreation and local charm.

Unit : Medical Step Down Unit (PCU)

Assignment Type : Travel Registered Nurse

Duration : 13-week contract (Start : 11 / 17 / 2025 – End : 2 / 17 / 2026)

Shift : 12-hour day shifts

Hours per Week : 36

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1780 - $1910

Number of Beds : 36 (Average census : 25-30)

Nurse-Patient Ratio : 1 : 5, 1 : 6 (RC), 1 : 4 (intermediate group)

Scrubs : Black

PCU RN Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent Progressive Care Unit nursing experience

Active Registered Nurse license (Compact state licenses accepted)

BLS (AHA) certification required

ACLS (AHA) certification required

NIH Stroke Scale certification

Skilled in IV insertion and clinical procedures

Ability to pass Relias exams (2 attempts allowed)

Must comply with 80-mile radius rule

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

Provide patient care for conditions including MI, CVA, HTN, CHF, Peritoneal Dialysis, Diabetes, COPD, GI Bleed, and Respiratory Failure

Assist with procedures : chest tube insertion, central line insertion, HD tunneled catheter insertion, thoracentesis

Titrate vasoactive drips (Nitro, Cardene, Cardizem)

Float to ED, Med Surg, and ICU units as needed

Maintain accurate documentation and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams

Ensure safety and infection control standards are met

Discover rewarding travel nursing jobs in North Carolina and experience the best of Roanoke Rapids. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference in patient care!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us : www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #431340. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title : PCU

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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