```htmlJob Opportunity – Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit / Intermediate Care – Georgia
Start Date: September 28, 2026
Location: Georgia
Compensation: Details provided to qualified applicants
Schedule: 12-hour shifts; typically every other weekend (schedule determined by staffing needs); patient ratio 1:5-6 on days and nights, 1:6 on weekends; 32-bed unit
Highlights:
Overflow intermediate care unit specializing in cardiac, pulmonary, and medical-surgical patient populations including arrhythmia management, CHF, chest pain, COPD, PE/DVT, post-cardiac cath, DKA, and stable cardiac arrhythmias
Must have proven experience managing continuous IV medications including cardiac drips (Amiodarone, Cardizem, Dobutamine, Dopamine, Milrinone, Nitroglycerin), diuretics (Bumex, Lasix), anticoagulants (Aggrastat, Argatroban, Heparin), and insulin drips
Epic EMR system preferred; additional systems include Pyxis and SBAR
Comprehensive interdisciplinary support including respiratory services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and transportation
Contract includes orientation hours with telemetry competency exam required; floating within facility and scope of practice as needed
Maximum of 7 days requested time off per contract; holiday coverage required based on assignment period
Requirements:
Active Georgia or Compact RN license required at time of submission
Minimum 2 years of progressive care or step-down nursing experience required
Prior travel nursing experience required; first-time travelers not accepted
Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
Demonstrated competency managing cardiac drips, anticoagulants, insulin drips, and diuretics without exception
Experience with TR bands, basic arrhythmia interpretation, hemodynamic monitoring, and post-PCI patient care
Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, central line management, blood product administration, and management of dysrhythmias
Experience with patient ratios of up to 6:1
Full compliance documentation must be completed by Tuesday prior to start date
Why It's a Great Opportunity:
This progressive care role offers experienced travel nurses the chance to work with a diverse cardiac and medical-surgical patient population in a well-supported environment. You'll utilize advanced critical thinking skills managing complex drips and cardiac patients while benefiting from strong interdisciplinary collaboration and 24/7 respiratory therapy support. This position is ideal for seasoned PCU/step-down nurses seeking to expand their expertise in a dynamic acute care setting.