Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,478 per week in Winston Salem, NC

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Winston Salem
Posted on: January 27, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Winston Salem, NC Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,478 per week Shift Information: Nights - 4 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 2/16/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Winston Salem, North Carolina, 27157! Job Title: RN - PCU Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 12-hour Night Shift Hours per Shift: 48 Experience: Minimum of 2 years of ICU or PCU experience, CVICU preferred License: Valid RN license Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Must-Have: General nursing skills General ICU skills Experience with cardiology patients Swanz and Impella experience required Wound care and dressing changes experience Management of and pulling sheaths experience Experience with BiPAP, CPAP, high-flow oxygen, chest tubes, tracheostomies, arterial lines Ability to manage and administer all drips, including pressors, cardiac, and sedation Description: This is an opportunity to work in a new unit opening soon. The unit will start as a high-acuity Progressive Care Unit and transition to an Intensive Care Unit by the end of the duration. Patient types will include individuals with heavy cardiac issues such as CHF, cardiomyopathy, tamponade, shock, STEMI/NSTEMI, post-cath, dysrhythmias, arrhythmias, post-pacemaker/ablation, and post-CABG/open hearts. Heart transplant patients and post-vascular surgeries will also be common, with a focus on managing 2-4 heart transplants per month. Initially, the nurse-to-patient ratio will be 1:3-4 and transition to 1:2-3 when in the intensive care setting. Even stable patients waiting for transplants could have a 1:3 ratio. The position requires experience with post-surgical care, as several patients will have undergone surgical procedures. Once in the intensive care stage, nurses will care for fresh open-heart patients. Experience with LVAD and post-cardiac transplant patients is highly preferred, but training will be available. This position does not involve ECMO, and IABPs will be accepted once transitioned to ICU. Support within the department includes 1 CNA and a charge nurse who does not take patients. A manager will be present in the morning, with additional resources available throughout the day and night. Multiple departments will support the unit, including respiratory therapy and hospitalists available 24/7. Technology in use includes an electronic medical record system and IV pumps for medication administration. Floating may occur to other units within the scope of practice. Self-scheduling will be implemented, with staff signing up before travelers. Holiday expectations will include working 50% of holidays during the contract period. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse portfolio of experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized certifications. Adapting to new facilities and teams challenges your problem-solving skills. You learn to navigate different protocols and procedures, honing your ability to think critically and adapt to varying healthcare contexts. Change environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. Different facilities may use various healthcare technologies and electronic health record systems. Exposure to these technologies enhances your proficiency in adapting to different digital healthcare platforms. Travel nurses may benefit from tax advantages such as housing stipends and per diems, helping them maximize their income and financial stability. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29239803EXPTEMP

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