PCU RN Job in Asheville, NC

You'll work as an RN on a 40-bed Progressive Care Unit located on the 5th floor of the Owen Heart Center (Heart Tower) at Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. This is a 91-day travel assignment with a start date of September 14, 2026.

Shift and Schedule

• 3x12 nights (6:45 PM to 7:15 AM)
• Work every other weekend
• Weekly pay: $2,080

Your Role

You'll care for patients with CHF, MI, chest pain, arrhythmia, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, DKA, and post-cardiac procedures including cath, stent, pacer, ICD, and ablation. Patient ratios are typically 1:4, with stretch staffing at 1:5.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Administer titratable and cardiac IV medications including nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutrex, insulin drip, heparin, and bumex/Lasix
• Monitor patients on telemetry
• Perform bedside cardioversion procedures
• Operate equipment including Zoll, Baxter pump, lift equipment, and bladder scanner
• Document in Cerner EMR
• Float to all MedSurg units, stepdown units, and ER holding as needed

Required Experience and Credentials

• Stepdown or progressive care experience required
• Telemetry experience required
• Experience with titratable or cardiac IV medications required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Experience with prostacyclins (Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin) preferred
• Relief charge experience preferred

Dress Code

All white, all navy blue, or white top with navy blue pants.

You should be flexible, a strong team player, and compassionate in your approach to patient care.