Registered Nurse IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Job Title

• Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Location

• Asheville, NC

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, travel assignment, nights (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM)

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care on a 40-bed stepdown unit specializing in cardiac and medical-surgical cases
• Monitor and manage patients with conditions such as CHF, MI, arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, DKA, post-cardiac cath/stent, post pacer/ICD/ablation
• Administer titratable cardiac IV medications including nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, insulin drips, heparin, Lasix, and Bumex
• Utilize equipment such as Zoll monitoring, Baxter pumps, lift assist devices, bladder scanners, and Cerner EMR system
• Demonstrate flexibility, teamwork, compassion, and a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment
• Adhere to unit policies and dress code (all white, or navy blue scrubs with a white or navy top)
• Function effectively in a float capacity across Med-Surg, ICU, COVID units, and ER holding

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse license in the state of North Carolina
• BLS and ACLS certifications
• Minimum of 2 years of recent IMC, PCU, or stepdown experience
• Experience with telemetry monitoring and cardiac medication administration
• Ability to work 12.5-hour night shifts, every other weekend, with on-call as needed

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with prostacyclin therapies (e.g., Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin)
• Relief charge nurse experience
• Prior use of Cerner EMR system

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a reputable cardiac stepdown unit with a dedicated team
• Develop or enhance specialized cardiac and telemetry skills in a supportive environment

This is a 13-week travel assignment starting December 7, 2025, with a schedule of 3 nights per week.