Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $1,902 per week in Augusta, GA

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Augusta
Posted on: January 9, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Augusta, GA Agency: Mindlance Health Pay: $1,902 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 16 Weeks Start Date: 1/26/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Mindlance Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Augusta, Georgia, 30901! ID: 75087461 Shift: Night 3x12-Hour (19:00 - 07:30) Description: Minimum Experience: 1 year; 1st Timers are acceptedPatient Population: Adolescents to GeriatricsCertifications Required: BLS, ACLS, NIHGeneral Skills and Work Setting Requirements: No Block Scheduling; mixed MS/Tele and Intermediate patients, neuro (small population), respiratory, cardiac, mixed medical, titrating cardiac drips required and tele required; assignments could be all PCU, all MS/Tele, or a mix of PCU and MS/Tele depending on the acuity of the patients and staffingRatio / Census: Ratio: 1:4-5; Please note this unit has a high staffing ratioUnit Systems: Epic, Pyxis, SBARScrub Color: Navy BlueRTO: MAX 7 days Weekends: Every other weekendFloating: Yes, within facilityCall Requirements: NoneHolidays: If one major holiday falls in his/her assignment period, the traveler is expected to work it. If two major holidays fall in his/her assignment period, the traveler is expected to work both of the holidays. If three major holidays fall in his/her assignment period, the traveler is expected to work two of the holidays.Major Holidays are listed DayIndependence DayLabor DayThanksgiving/Black FridayChristmas Eve/Christmas DayNew Years Eve/New Years DayCompliance: Full compliance required to start on time; if not compliant in time the push back is 2 weeks due to bi-weekly orientation schedule.Aya Offer information: Once candidate has signed and confirmation sent, manager has 48H to review the profile/confirmation and determine if unit/schedule/expertise fit. *Aya Offer only available if clinical pass within RTO guidelines meets specific facility requirements. Locals Accepted - Same RatePlease Note: Number of Non-Billable Orientation (NBO) Hours is determined by contract length (ex 8hrs for 8 week assignment; 19hrs for 19 week assignment) Modified 12:00:00 AM Account Manager: Rachel Sanchez Account Manager Email: COVID-19 Vaccine: Not Required Flu Vaccine: Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only Job Requirements & Qualifications Previous Charge Experience : - Years of Experience : 1 Patient Ratio Experience : Charting System Experience : - Charting System Name : Epic Community Hospital Experience : Preferred LTAC Experience : - Trauma Level I Experience : - Trauma Level II Experience : - Travel Experience Required : - Certifications : ACLS, BLS, NIHSSSkills : Blood Product Administration, Cardiac Telemetry*, Central line care/management, Chest tubes-Emerson/PleurEvac, CVA (Cerebrovascular Accident), External CPAP/BIPAP, Feeding tube care and management, Heparin Protocols, High Flow Nasal Cannula (HFNC), Interpretation of dysrhythmias, Isolation Precautions, Manage Cardiac drips- no titration, Manage Vasoactive drips-no titration*, Management of dysrhythmias, Nasal Cannula, Neuro Stepdown*, Non-invasive airway management, Oxygen administration, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown*, Peripheral Line Care/Management, Phlebotomy, PICC line management, Pre/Post neurosurgery, Starting and maintaining IVs, Telemetry*, Telemetry - on the unit monitoring, Titrate Cardiac drips, Titration of Insulin drips, Tracheostomy care/management, Traumatic Brain injury, Use of Rapid Response/Code teams Unit Details Staffing & Scheduling Scheduling Type : Other Patient Ratios Days : - Patient Ratios Nights : - Patient Ratios Weekends : - Float Required : - Call Required : - Weekend Coverage : True Number of Weekend Shifts Per Contract : - Pre-Approved Time Off : one Orientation Hours : - Facility & Patient Care Details Patient Age Groups : Adults, Geriatrics Daily Census : 30 Number of Visits Per Day : - Number of Rooms : - Number of Beds : 36 Additional Unit Information Interdisciplinary Support : IV Teams, Physical Therapy, Respiratory Services, Radiology, Rapid Response Teams, Transportation Patient Diagnoses : Intermediate care unit who has a mixed population of medical/surgical and stroke patients.This is a stepdown unit with high patient ratioscardiac drips BiPapmixed MS/Tele and Intermediate patientsneurorespiratorycardiacmixed medical Special Procedures/Unit Details : - Special Equipment : - Tier1 Travel Compliance Compliance Document Deadline is the Tuesday prior to Start Please only submit to your candidate's FIRST choice and acknowledge your candidate's openness or flexibility to other Piedmont locations, units and shifts in the submission email Perm Staff Rule: MUST be away for 1 FULL YEAR from all Piedmont facilities to return as traveler GA or Compact license must be in hand at time of submittal References : TWO supervisory references are HIGHLY preferred at time of submission, some units require two on the profile to review. Must be Manager or above - charge not accepted. RTO : MAX 7 days; RTO required with submission HOLIDAY RTO POLICY: If one or two major holidays occur during assignment period, travelers are expected to be available to work the holiday(s), - NO HOLIDAY RTO CAN BE REQUESTED If three major holidays occur during assignment period, the travelers are expected to be available to work two of the holidays. ONE HOLIDAY RTO Request can be reviewed for approval Major Holidays are listed below: Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving/Black Friday (Counts as 1 holiday) Christmas Eve/Christmas Day (Counts as 1 holiday) New Years Eve/New Years Day (Counts as 1 holiday) Required Pre-Application Fee : For CVOR First Assistant, OR Tech First Assistant, and RNFA - Required Pre-Application Fee : There is a mandatory $125 pre-application fee for privileging these candidates. This must be margined for on all New offers (AS INTERNAL COST). *VERY IMPORTANT - Candidates must be available to submit core items and complete/schedule labs within 48 hours of signing the contract to ensure an on-time start. Will take local candidates; same BR Return travelers : If a traveler is deemed unable to return to one facility, please have them complete one successful assignment outside of Piedmont prior to rebooking at a new location Modules: Modules are non-billable, hours are factored in NBO Modules are completed during orientation, and vary by specialty Modules are recorded via transcripts Submittal Details: Tier1 Travel ComplianceCompliance Document Deadline is the Tuesday prior to StartPlease only submit to your candidate's FIRST choice and acknowledge your candidate's openness or flexibility to other Piedmont locations, units and shifts in the submission emailPerm Staff Rule: MUST be away for 1 FULL YEAR from all Piedmont facilities to return as travelerGA or Compact license must be in hand at time of submittalReferences: TWO supervisory references are HIGHLY preferred at time of submission, some units require two on the profile to review. Must be Manager or above - charge not accepted.RTO: MAX 7 days; RTO required with submissionHOLIDAY RTO POLICY: If one or two major holidays occur during assignment period, travelers are expected to be available to work the holiday(s), - NO HOLIDAY RTO CAN BE REQUESTEDIf three major holidays occur during assignment period, the travelers are expected to be available to work two of the holidays. ONE HOLIDAY RTO Request can be reviewed for approvalMajor Holidays are listed DayIndependence DayLabor DayThanksgiving/Black Friday (Counts as 1 holiday)Christmas Eve/Christmas Day (Counts as 1 holiday)New Years Eve/New Years Day (Counts as 1 holiday)Required Pre-Application Fee: For CVOR First Assistant, OR Tech First Assistant, and RNFA - Required Pre-Application Fee: There is a mandatory $125 pre-application fee for privileging these candidates. This must be margined for on all New offers (AS INTERNAL COST).*VERY IMPORTANT - Candidates must be available to submit core items and complete/schedule labs within 48 hours of signing the contract to ensure an on-time start.Will take local candidates; same BRReturn travelers: If a traveler is deemed unable to return to one facility, please have them complete one successful assignment outside of Piedmont prior to rebooking at a new are non-billable, hours are factored in NBOModules are completed during orientation, and vary by specialtyModules are recorded via transcripts Guaranteed Hours: Contract 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Travel nursing offers flexibility in terms of assignment duration and location. You can choose short-term or long-term assignments, and the flexibility allows for a better work-life balance. Different healthcare facilities may have varying levels of technological advancements. Working in diverse settings exposes you to a range of medical technologies, contributing to your technological literacy. Facing new challenges regularly builds resilience. Travel nurses often become more adaptable, resilient, and confident in their abilities to handle unforeseen circumstances. Change environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. There is a strong community of travel nurses who share experiences, advice, and support through online forums and social media groups, creating a sense of camaraderie and shared purpose. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Core Exam - Nursing Ishihara Colorvision Screening PCU RN Skills Checklist Stepdown/PCU Exam 29129030EXPTEMP

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