Registered Nurse - PCU in Brevard, NC

Registered Nurse - PCU Location: Brevard, NC Start Date: 11-23-2025 End Date: 02-22-2026 Contract Type: Travel Contract Shift Type: Rotating nights, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM (night shift) with weekend rotation per 6-week schedule (schedule includes weekends and holidays per staffing matrix) Candidate Pay Rate: $49 per hour About United Health Care Staffing At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal. Roles & Responsibilities • Provide safe, compassionate care to PCU/Acute Care patients — assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing interventions • Initiate and manage IV starts and vascular access (CVL/arterial lines) with confidence • Continuously monitor cardiac status using EKG/telemetry and respond to changes promptly • Perform and support procedures such as Foley placement, wound care, and bedside interventions • Document care thoroughly and efficiently in Cerner EMR to ensure continuity and accuracy • Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members — physicians, case management, pharmacy, PT/OT — during daily care rounds • Serve as a dependable resource in fast-paced moments, triaging needs and escalating when appropriate • Support unit staffing and coverage, including weekend rotations and team-based shift handoffs Qualifications • Current RN license (eligible/active in North Carolina preferred) • Minimum 2 years of recent RN clinical experience (PCU/Acute Care, Med-Surg, ICU/Stepdown experience highly valued) • BLS required; ACLS required to be completed prior to end of orientation • Comfortable with telemetry/EKG monitoring, IV starts, and common acute care procedures • Experience with Cerner or similar EMR systems • Ability to function in a fast-paced, team-based care environment and adapt to changing patient acuity Knowledge & Skills • Cardiac monitoring and interpretation (EKG/telemetry) • IV therapy, CVL and arterial line familiarity • Wound care and Foley catheter management • Experience with IV pumps, Baxter feeding pumps, SCDs and Pyxis medication systems • Strong clinical judgment, prioritization, and time management • Effective communication and teamwork in interdisciplinary rounds Benefits • Generous travel assignment perks including housing assistance and travel reimbursement to make your transition easy • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision options to keep you healthy on and off shift • 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future • Paid Time Off so you can recharge after intense, meaningful work • Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your multi-state mobility • Certification support — BLS/ACLS encouragement and resources to stay current • Referral bonus program for bringing great teammates on board • A collaborative, supportive team that values your experience and growth Travel Perks: Explore Brevard, NC Brevard is a nature-lover’s playground — think waterfalls, hiking, and mountain air. Explore Pisgah National Forest and Dupont State Recreational Forest with iconic waterfall hikes, enjoy local trails for mountain biking, try fly-fishing or paddling nearby rivers, and catch live music at the Brevard Music Center. Charming downtown shops, local breweries, and a short drive to Asheville’s vibrant food and arts scene make weekends fun and relaxing. Apply Now Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PCU? Let's get you moving forward! Send your resume to jobs@uhcstaffing.com or call us at 408-441-9200 today. Hashtags #RegisteredNurseJobs #RNJobs #BrevardNCJobs #TravelNurse #PCUNurse #HealthcareJobs #UHCCareers #Cerner #ACLS #NursingCareers