RN: PCU/IMC/Stepdown

Job Description:

Join a 13-week travel contract as a Registered Nurse in a Neuro Progressive Care Unit in Hickory, North Carolina. You will care for adult and geriatric patients recovering from strokes and neuro-orthopedic surgeries, along with patients requiring telemetry and medical care. This 20-bed unit offers 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with no call requirement. The assignment is a good fit for an RN with at least two years of experience who enjoys caring for a varied neuro and telemetry population.

Weather:

Hickory typically offers crisp, cool weather with comfortable daytime temperatures, chilly evenings, and occasional rain. The surrounding foothills provide colorful scenery and refreshing outdoor conditions for exploring the area.

Fun Things To Do:

• Arts and Culture: Visit the Hickory Museum of Art and explore its regional and contemporary collections.

• Science and Family Fun: Spend an afternoon at the Catawba Science Center.

• Local Entertainment: Catch a baseball game and enjoy the atmosphere at L. P. Frans Stadium.

• Day Trip: Visit Lake Norman for boating, lakeside dining, and scenic waterfront views.

• Day Trip: Explore Blowing Rock and the nearby Blue Ridge Parkway for mountain scenery, overlooks, and walking trails.

Job Specifics:

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.

Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks