Travel PCU RN - $2,156 per week

The Judge Group is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/21/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Unit Information: 4Heart, Cardiovascular Progressive Care (CVPC)

Location: Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC

Address: 509 Biltmore Avenue, Asheville, NC 28801

Floor: E4 - CVPC

Building: E Heart Tower

General Information

Tell us about the unit(s): Primary patient population is CV surgery and vascular surgery to include open heart surgery (CABG, AVR, MVR, Bentall, TAVR, etc), thoracic lung surgery (lobectomy, thoracotomy, etc.), esophagogastrectomy, AAA (open and endovascular), fem-pop bypass, carotid endarterectomies. We also receive overflow medical cardiology patients with diagnoses of heart failure, DKA, chest pain, sepsis, heart block, etc.

· Number of Beds – 40 cardiac surgery stepdown beds

· Number of Staff – approximately 100 total

· Type of staff:

o Day Shift – 1 charge RN (routinely out of staffing), 13 RN’s, 4 PCT’s, 1.33 HUC

o Night Shift – 1 charge RN (routinely out of staffing), 13 RN’s, 4 PCT’s, 0.33 HUC

· Patient Ratios – 1:5 patients per RN, 1:13 for PCT’s

· Type of equipment – Baxter IV pumps, CADD epidural pumps, various lifts

· EMR - Cerner

Typical hiring profile

Skill Set Most recruited for:

Must have: candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.

· Stepdown experience

· Telemetry experience

Preferred or nice to have: candidates with these skills will be considered first.

· Prior CV surgery and vascular surgery population experience (open heart, TAVR, lobectomy, AAA repair, and fem-pop bypass) within a year

· CVICU experience

List typical procedures performed on unit(s):

· Epidural management

· Chest tube management

· Tube feedings

· IV gluccomander

· Cardiac gtt management (phenylephrine, dobutamine, dopamine, milrinone, cardizem, amiodarone, insulin, heparin, nitroglycerin, ketamine)

Best personality Fit:

· Team player

· Enjoys fast paced environment

· Flexible

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

· ACLS and BLS

Floating Area(s):

· Any SD (1:5 ratios) or MS (1:6-7 ratios) unit, ER inpatient holding area (1:6).

Dress Code:

· Scrub Color/Attire – All navy, white tops/navy bottoms, or all white.

Unit Guidelines/Policies: Please feel free to attach unit policies and guidelines.

· Please see attached traveler tip sheet

Weekends and On call (if any)

· No call.

· Weekend requirements minimum – 6 weekend shifts (Saturday/Sunday day/night) per 6 week schedule period.

· Flexible to work Holiday

Position Title
BACKFILL - TRAVEL - RN - E4CVPC (630) 6:45 AM-7:15 PM

WHY JUDGE HEALTHCARE? Judge Healthcare, a division of The Judge Group, is your trusted partner in healthcare staffing—connecting passionate professionals with rewarding opportunities nationwide. Whether you're a travel nurse, allied health professional, or locum tenens provider, our team is committed to helping you find the right fit with competitive pay and exceptional support. We offer personalized service, nationwide placements, and benefits, including: • Choice of three ACA-compliant medical plans • Dental Insurance • Vision insurance • 401(k) • Short-term disability • Term life insurance • Hospital and critical illness coverage • Cancer Insurance • Telemedicine • ID protection • Group accident coverage Traveler Perks: • Weekly on-time pay with direct deposit • Referral bonus up to $500 • Completion and extension bonuses • Experienced recruiter to work side by side with you from start to finish THE JUDGE DIFFERENCE You deliver outstanding care—we’re here to support your journey. Judge Healthcare’s recruiters are experts in the ever-evolving healthcare landscape, and we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clinicians. We don’t just fill roles—we match professionals with opportunities that align with their goals, lifestyle, and values. Founded on a commitment to quality and service, Judge Healthcare is proud to be part of The Judge Group, a leading professional services firm with over 55 years of experience. Let us help you take the next step in your healthcare career.

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Benefits

• Referral bonus
• Retention bonus