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Progressive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Highlands, NC for RNs

Find Top RN Progressive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Highlands, North Carolina

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top PCU travel nurse jobs in and around Highlands, North Carolina. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Highlands’s PCU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for PCU travel jobs in Highlands. The earliest start date in Highlands is Jul 28, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Progressive Care role at $1,644 per week. The latest start date for an PCU job in Highlands is Jul 30, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Progressive Care role at $1,644 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Progressive Care Unit travel nurse job in Highlands including 13 weeks.

Highlands is a great location for PCU travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Progressive Care Unit Jobs in or near Highlands

We have 46 Progressive Care Unit travel jobs in North Carolina, and 356 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Franklin, North Carolina – 28734
    Distance from Highlands: 14 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,492 to $1,644
Weekly Pay*
RN needed for 59 bed Critical Access hospital located in the Nantahala National Forest region Enjoy the NC mountains, while keeping within only a couple of hours drive from Asheville, Atlanta, and Chattangooa
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Franklin, North Carolina – 28734
    Distance from Highlands: 14 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,492 to $1,644
Weekly Pay*
RN needed for 59 bed Critical Access hospital located in the Nantahala National Forest region Enjoy the NC mountains, while keeping within only a couple of hours drive from Asheville, Atlanta, and Chattangooa
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding PCU unit, based in exciting Asheville is looking for the right RN to join their team. 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding PCU unit, based in exciting Asheville is looking for the right RN to join their team. 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Highlands: 52 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,767 to $1,947
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding PCU based in exciting Asheville is looking for the right RN to join their team. 44 bed Trauma focused unit with 1:4-5 stafing with CNAs. 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Cumming, Georgia – 30041
    Distance from Highlands: 79 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 12
$1,480 to $1,631
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Cumming, Georgia – 30041
    Distance from Highlands: 79 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 12
$1,480 to $1,631
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Shelby, North Carolina – 28150
    Distance from Highlands: 95 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 12
$1,563 to $1,722
Weekly Pay*
Will be required to float per region needs – will require floating to all facilities listed below, as needed, within scope of practice – DECLINE if not agreeable Region 3 – Cleveland, Kings Mtn, Lincoln, Central Division (CMC Main + Mercy + LCH) If floating mid-shift, Traveler will be paid for the time traveling between facilities (will remain on the clock) Organization Unit AH Cleveland Main: Nursing – 4E Progressive Care AH Cleveland Main 677 Job Category Registered Nurse Job Type Standard Day Date Range May 5, 2025 – Aug 1, 2025 Program Team Meghan Murphy Hiring Team NA Resource Manager Melissa Chengerian Pay Type Hourly Bill Rate USD 70.00 /hr Standard Hours Per Week 36.00 Exemption Status Non-Exempt TECHNICAL SKILLS Must Have LOCATION INFORMATION AH Cleveland Main: Nursing – 4E Progressive Care 201 E Grover St Shelby North Carolina 28150 COST ALLOCATION CODE Accounting Code Cost Center 1111.10049.30368 – AH Cleveland Main: Nursing – 4E Progressive Care CUSTOM FIELDS SimpliFi Job Status Open for Submissions SimpliFi Job Status Notes Shift 12hr Day Shift – 36 Shift Information 645am start SimpliFi Clinical Interviewing- Yes/No YES On Call, Call Back Requirements none Weekend Rotation every other weekend required Holiday Requirements Travelers will work 75% of holidays Floating Requirements Will be required to float within region, as needed, within scope of practice JOB DESCRIPTION About Facility: 241 licensed beds Level 3 Trauma Teaching Hospital? No Certified Chest Pain Center Stroke Center Unit Information: Beds: 32 Minimum Years of Experience required? 2 years PCU RN experience Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: Could see any patient not requiring mechanical ventilation – CHF, Dysrhythmia, Chest Pain work up, Stroke, Abdominal illnesses and infections, Respiratory illness, Diabetes, AKI/CKD, ETOH withdrawal, IVDA, etc. Patient Ratios: RN: 1:4 is most common; could possibly go to 1:5 depending on acuity LPN (if applicable): 4:1 CNA: Days 1:12; Nights 1:16 Required Licensure & Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Skills required: Experience with traches, cardiac gtt experience, cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tubes, blood products, wound care/dressing changes, management of central lines Support within the Department: CNA – ADL’s Receptionist/HUC? Dayshift only Charge nurse – Resource to assist with all nursing care Phlebotomy? Yes, other than nurse draws IV/VAT Team RT, 24/7 Hospitalist, 24/7 Intensivist, 24/7 Telemetry monitoring – bedside and nurses station Technology/Equipment: EMR: EPIC IV Pump: Alaris Med dispensing: Omnicell Monitors: Phillips
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30322
    Distance from Highlands: 113 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 4, 2025
  • 13
$1,474 to $1,624
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized Emory University Hospital ranked #1 hospital in GA Teaching Hospital
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30322
    Distance from Highlands: 113 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,474 to $1,624
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized Emory University Hospital ranked #1 hospital in GA Teaching Hospital
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Lincolnton, North Carolina – 28092
    Distance from Highlands: 113 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 12
$1,563 to $1,722
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Lincolnton, North Carolina – 28092
    Distance from Highlands: 113 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 12
$1,563 to $1,722
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
    Distance from Highlands: 115 miles
  • 12 N,
  • August 11, 2025
  • 13
$1,668 to $1,839
Weekly Pay*
Duke Lifepoint Hospital 355 beds Home to the Frye Regional Brain Center, Cancer Center, Heart Center, Lung Center, Orthopedics, General & Vascular Surgery, Surgical Weight Loss, Women’s Center, and Level 3 NICU 32 bed ED, 29 bed inpatient rehab, 15 bed surgical suite & imaging Frye South Campus comprises of an 81 bed adult Behavioral Health Hospital
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Concord, North Carolina – 28025
    Distance from Highlands: 150 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,563 to $1,722
Weekly Pay*
Floating: Within region and scope of practice Will be required to float per region needs – will require floating to all facilities listed below, as needed, within scope of practice – DECLINE if not agreeable Region 1 – Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, Central Division (CMC Main + Mercy + LCH (peds only) — could float to any of the facilities within region if the need arises If floating mid-shift, Traveler will be paid for the time traveling between facilities (will remain on the clock) Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: HPB Patients – Whipples, Liver Resections, Distal Pancreas/Spleen, Pancreatitis Women’s Surgery – Hysterectomies, Mastectomies Plastic Surgery – DIEP Flap (Breast Reconstruction), Panniculectomy Patient Ratios: RN: 1:4-5 LPN (if applicable): 1:4-5 CNA: 1:10 Required License, National Certification, Certs (BLS, ACLS, etc.), or other position specific requirements such as Driver’s License and/or Insurance: RN: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS (Resource Team requirement) Skills required: Drain Care, Central Line Management, G/J Tubes, Heparin Gtt management, Cardiac Gtt management (ACLS), cardiac rhythm interpretation, NGT placement/management, management of various surgical drains Support within the Department: CNA Duties – able to perform blood draws, foley insertion/removal, standard patient care as assigned Charge nurse – Able to assist with patient care, med passes, & admissions; may or may not have an assignment IV/VAT Team – Available as a consult within the hospital Resource Nurse – Mentors available on night shift Telemetry monitoring/tech Technology/Equipment: EMR: Epic IV Pump: Alaris Med dispensing: Omnicell Monitors: Phillips Unit specific equipment: Bladder scanner, EKG machine, transport monitor, bedside Tele monitors in PCU rooms Patient Safety Net
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Concord, North Carolina – 28025
    Distance from Highlands: 150 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 30, 2025
  • 12
$1,563 to $1,722
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Statistics on PCU RN Jobs in Highlands, North Carolina

Here are some helpful statistics about PCU traveling nurse jobs in & near Highlands. The data is based on the last three complete months of PCU job postings in the Highlands and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Progressive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Highlands and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel PCU Nursing Jobs for RNs in Highlands, NC

What are the top paying Progressive Care Unit jobs currently available in or near Highlands?

  • Registered Nurse – PCU with a per week salary of $1,644, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 D,12 N in Franklin (13.7 miles away)
  • Registered Nurse – PCU with a per week salary of $1,644, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Franklin (13.7 miles away)

What types of shifts are most common for PCU travel jobs in Highlands?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Highlands and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Progressive Care Unit nurse make on average in Highlands and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in Highlands can make an average of $1,614 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Progressive Care Unit nurse make on average in Highlands and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in Highlands can make an average of $1,563 per week based on recent job availability data.

What is the most common contract for Progressive Care Unit travel jobs in Highlands?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Progressive Care Unit job in Highlands is 13 weeks.

Locating Progressive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Highlands

Other popular cities near Highlands’s PCU job opportunities are Cashiers (6.8 miles), Franklin (13.7 miles) and Sylva (22.2 miles). These are near to zip codes: 28734 (13.7 miles), 28779 (22.2 miles) and 28712 (29 miles).

Highlands Hospitals With PCU Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have PCU nurses in Highlands. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling PCU nurse position in or nearby Highlands.

Angel Medical Center
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Medical Surgical LPN/LVN, and Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Address
120 Riverview Street
Franklin, NC 28734
Harris Regional Hospital
Shifts
10 D, 10 N, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room RN, Pediatric RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Postpartum, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, and Telemetry RN
Address
68 Hospital Rd
Sylva, NC 28779
Transylvania Regional Hospital
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Medical Surgical LPN/LVN, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, and Telemetry RN
Address
90 Hospital Dr
Brevard, NC 28712
Nearby Neighborhoods
Franklin Park (28712), Millbrook Estates (28712), McCrary Acres (28712), Fernwood (28712), Morgan Heights (28712)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.