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Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Travel PCU RN

Asheville, NC · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/14/2026 * Duration: 13 ... Job Title Travel RN - Cardiac Step-Down (Night Shift) Location Asheville, North Carolina Schedule ...

Phsorg

$42.69 - $61.17/hr

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and ...

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

$42.69 - $61.17/hr

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and ...

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

$42.69 - $61.17/hr

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and ...

Presbyterian Healthcare Services

$42.69 - $61.17/hr

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and ...

Phsorg

$42.69 - $61.17/hr

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and ...

Phsorg

$42.69 - $61.17/hr

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and ...

Phsorg

$42.69 - $61.17/hr

Presbyterian is seeking a skilled Charge RN for their Cardiac Step Down Unit. How you grow, learn and thrive matters here. Educational and career development options, including tuition and ...

Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Travel PCU RN

Asheville, NC · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

Job Title Travel RN - Cardiac Step-Down (IMC/PCU) Location Asheville, North Carolina Schedule / Job Type Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Night Shift (6:45 PM - 7:15 AM) | Every Other Weekend Required ...

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How much do rn cardiac step down unit jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for rn cardiac step down unit in the United States is $48.76, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.69 and $61.30 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an RN Cardiac Step Down Unit?

RN Cardiac Step Down Unit nurses are registered nurses who care for patients with heart-related conditions who require close monitoring but do not need intensive care. These nurses work in specialized hospital units that serve as an intermediate level between the intensive care unit (ICU) and the general medical-surgical floor. They monitor cardiac patients, administer medications, respond to emergencies, and provide education to patients and their families about heart health. Their role is critical in helping patients transition from acute care to recovery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an RN in a Cardiac Step Down Unit?

To thrive as an RN in a Cardiac Step Down Unit, you need strong clinical assessment skills, advanced cardiac knowledge, and an active RN license, often with ACLS certification. Familiarity with cardiac monitoring systems, EHRs, and telemetry equipment is essential for managing complex cardiac patients. Exceptional critical thinking, teamwork, and effective communication set outstanding nurses apart in this high-acuity environment. These skills are crucial for ensuring patient safety, rapid response to cardiac events, and seamless coordination of care.

What are some common challenges faced by RNs working in a Cardiac Step Down Unit, and how can they be managed?

RNs in a Cardiac Step Down Unit often encounter challenges such as managing patients with complex cardiac conditions, responding to rapid changes in patient status, and balancing a fast-paced environment with detailed documentation requirements. Effective time management, strong clinical assessment skills, and open communication with the multidisciplinary team are essential to navigate these challenges. Many hospitals provide ongoing training and mentorship programs to support nurses in staying current with cardiac care best practices and to foster professional growth.

What is the difference between Rn Cardiac Step Down Unit vs Rn Telemetry Unit?

AspectRn Cardiac Step Down UnitRn Telemetry Unit
Work EnvironmentPatients recovering from cardiac surgeries or acute cardiac events requiring close monitoring but not intensive carePatients with continuous cardiac monitoring, often stable but needing ongoing observation
CertificationsRN license, ACLS often preferredRN license, ACLS recommended
Patient Care FocusPost-acute cardiac care, monitoring vital signs, managing medicationsContinuous cardiac rhythm monitoring, early detection of arrhythmias

Both units require RNs with cardiac care knowledge and certifications like ACLS. The main difference lies in patient acuity: the Cardiac Step Down Unit cares for patients transitioning from ICU, while the Telemetry Unit focuses on continuous rhythm monitoring for stable patients. Understanding these distinctions helps in choosing the right job environment based on your skills and career goals.

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Travel PCU RN

Asheville, NC • On-site

Concentric Healthcare Staffing
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$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

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Job description

Concentric Healthcare Staffing 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: 09/14/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.


Job Title

Travel RN – Cardiac Step-Down (Night Shift)

Location

Asheville, North Carolina

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Travel | 13 Weeks | Night Shift (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM) | Every Other Weekend Required

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide direct bedside nursing care to cardiac step-down patients including those with CHF, MI, chest pain, arrhythmias, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, and DKA
  • Monitor and manage patients post cardiac catheterization, stent placement, pacemaker/ICD implantation, and ablation procedures
  • Administer and titrate cardiac IV medications including nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutamine, insulin drip, heparin, and diuretics
  • Perform and assist with bedside cardioversion and operate unit equipment including Zoll monitors, Baxter pumps, lift equipment, and bladder scanners
  • Document patient care accurately using Cerner EMR
  • Float to MedSurg units, other step-down units, COVID unit, and ER holding as needed
Required Qualifications
  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • Minimum 2 years of step-down or progressive care nursing experience
  • Telemetry experience required
  • Demonstrated experience with titratable and cardiac IV medications
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications
Preferred Experience / Skills
  • Experience with prostacyclin therapies such as Flolan, Veletri, or Remodulin
  • Prior relief charge nurse experience
Why Join Us
  • Work in a specialized 40-bed cardiac step-down unit with a structured team environment and defined patient ratios (1:4)
  • 13-week travel contract offering an opportunity to gain experience in a high-acuity cardiac setting in a desirable location

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID #774362. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown

About Concentric Healthcare Staffing

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.

The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.

Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.

Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others

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