Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), Cardiac Monitoring, Cerebral Vascular Accident, Emergency Response, Epic Systems, Healthcare, Medical Record System, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Neurology, Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Registered Nurse (RN), Team Player, Telemetry
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Neuro/PCU (Stepdown)
LocationLancaster, SC
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Nights | 4x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM) | Every other weekend required
Key Responsibilities- Provide direct patient care on a Neuro/PCU stepdown unit with a 1:4–5 patient ratio
- Monitor and assess neurological and progressive care patients, responding promptly to changes in condition
- Perform telemetry monitoring and interpret cardiac rhythms in accordance with unit protocols
- Document all patient care activities accurately using Epic electronic health records
- Float within scope to meet facility needs, including like units, as required
- Participate in emergency response team assignments as needed, including during hurricane season (June–November)
Required Qualifications- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a Neuro/PCU or stepdown setting
- Active South Carolina RN license or valid Compact license required prior to start date
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications required
- Telemetry competency required
- No first-time travelers; prior travel nursing experience preferred
Preferred Experience / Skills- Experience with Epic electronic health records charting system
- Familiarity with progressive care or stepdown unit workflows and protocols
- Flexibility to accommodate varying unit scheduling needs
Why Join Us- Work in a supportive facility environment with complimentary on-site parking
- Opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic Neuro/PCU setting within a well-established healthcare system