Provide direct nursing care and frequent neurological assessments for patients in a neuro-focused Progressive Care Unit. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to monitor patient status and document care accurately within the EPIC system.
Requirements summary
Requires an active Georgia RN license, NIHSS competency, and at least 2 years of experience in neuro step-down or related critical care settings. Proficiency in EPIC is required, and ACLS certification is preferred.
professional certificateMedication AdministrationPatient MonitoringPatient EducationInfection ControlDischarge PlanningEPICNIHSSIV Access ManagementNeurological AssessmentsNeuro Step-Down Care
Job description
Overview Registered Nurse – PCU in a travel temporary assignment based in Atlanta, GA. Start date July 6, 2026 for an 8-week assignment with 36 guaranteed hours per week. Shift is night, 12-hour shifts on a 2x3 schedule within a hospital setting. This opening requires NIHSS documentation in the CV, EPIC EMR experience, and neuro/step-down nursing expertise.
Key Highlights • Weekly pay
$1,649–$1,690 per week
Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
Contract duration: 8 weeks
Shift: Night, 12-hour shifts; 2x3 schedule
Start date: July 6, 2026
Work setting: Hospital / acute care PCU
Responsibilities
Provide direct patient care for adult neuro/PCU patients, including those with neuro deficits requiring close monitoring and intervention
Conduct frequent neurological assessments and document findings; monitor for changes in status and respond per protocol
Administer medications and therapies, manage IVs and monitoring equipment, and coordinate pain control and safety measures
Document care in EPIC EMR with timely, accurate charting and adherence to regulatory standards
Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (physicians, case management, rehabilitation services) to plan and optimize patient progression and discharge planning
Requirements
Active Georgia RN license (or eligibility to obtain)
NIHSS certification documented in CV packet; NIHSS must be available to be considered
EPIC EMR experience required
Minimum 2 years’ RN experience in PCU or neuro/step-down; strong med-surg experience with NIHSS and ACLS considered
ACLS certification preferred
Education: Nursing degree from an accredited program; current RN licensure to practice in Georgia
Benefits
and Support - 24/7 recruiter and travel support
Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC
Credentialing and onboarding coordination to facilitate EPIC onboarding
Ongoing payroll and benefits coordination throughout the assignment
Find more opportunities If this opportunity isn’t a perfect fit, you’re invited to explore other RN PCU and travel nursing openings available through Healthforce Healthcare LLC at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply
Please note
Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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