Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,856 per week

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Wilmington, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 01 / 05 / 2026
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Jobs in Wilmington, NC (Night Shift)

Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) in Wilmington, North Carolina! Join a leading cardiac telemetry team at a top medical center and experience the vibrant coastal lifestyle of Wilmington (28401). This travel nursing contract offers the opportunity to work in a renowned healthcare facility while enjoying the city's historic charm, arts scene, and beautiful beaches. Explore Wilmington nursing jobs and make a difference in patient care today.

PCU RN Job Details – Wilmington, NC

Location : Wilmington, NC 28401 (North Carolina nursing jobs)

Unit : Cardiac Telemetry / Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Assignment Type : Travel Nurse Contract

Start Date : December 15, 2025

End Date : March 16, 2026

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 Range : $1700-$1750

Patient Ratios : 1 : 4 (surgical step down), 1 : 5-6 (lower acuity)

Weekend Requirement : 4 weekend shifts per 4 weeks (flexible)

Unit Orientation : 24 hours

Scrubs : Navy

PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of recent cardiac floor or progressive care nursing experience

Active North Carolina or Compact RN license (required by start date)

BLS & ACLS certifications (AHA required)

NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Clinical proficiency in cardiac telemetry, PCU / DOU / IMC / Stepdown care, sheath removal, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, pre / post cardiac cath, and cardiac drip management (including titration)

Experience with chest tubes (Emerson / Pleuravac), external CPAP / BIPAP, nasal cannula, and non-invasive airway management

Must pass EKG testing prior to start

Epic charting experience preferred

Ability to float to other hospital units as needed

Strong communication and teamwork skills

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients with complex cardiac and vascular conditions

Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, manage cardiac drips, and respond to changes in patient status

Care for patients post-cardiac surgery and procedures (CABG, AVR, MVR, TAVR, Mitral Clip, Watchman, VATS, and more)

Perform sheath management and removal, wound care, and assist with specialized equipment (arterial lines, Doppler, bladder scanner, EKG, femoral sheaths, TR band, chest tubes, epicardial pacing wires)

Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams including physical therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, and rapid response teams

Document patient care accurately using EPIC and follow SBAR communication protocols

Participate in unit rotation and float as required (not first to float)

Be prepared to work as part of the Storm Team / Hurricane Team during catastrophic events or disasters

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a PCU Registered Nurse in Wilmington, NC! Discover rewarding travel nursing jobs and make a meaningful impact in a thriving coastal community.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.

We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.

We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.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 #433543. 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 GHR Healthcare - PH Division

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