Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Goldsboro, North Carolina.
Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 10/26/2026 * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per week * Shift: 12 hours, nights * Employment Type: Travel*
Clinical Nurse
Job Summary
Provides competent clinical nursing care consistent with professional standards. Reporting and accountable to the Nurse Manager/Director, the Clinical Nurse is responsible for coordinating and delivering patient care utilizing the nursing process in a hospital setting.
Essential Duties
Education
Participates in identifying and meeting learning needs of self.
Attends education programs based on identified learning needs.
Utilizes patient education materials relevant to patient population with assistance.
Assesses readiness to learn of the patient/family/caregivers.
Evaluates developmental level of patient and factors affecting ability to learn.
Evaluation of Care
Identifies expected patient outcomes.
Seeks guidance as needed in revising the plan of care.
Participates in discussions with the interdisciplinary team to evaluate patient care.
Communicates relevant information to promote continuity of care.
Implementation
Demonstrates competence in the care of patients with complex problems, addressing physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety aspects.
Performs bedside point of care testing as required for the patient care plan.
Utilizes healthcare organization and nursing standards, policies, and procedures in delivering care.
Organizes and prioritizes care according to patient/family needs.
Consults with appropriate resources in a timely manner regarding complex care issues.
Leadership
With assistance, develops goals to promote professional growth and minimize limitations.
Aims to achieve goals and objectives within identified time frames, renegotiating with supervisor when necessary.
Is knowledgeable about activities that facilitate intra/interdepartmental collaboration.
Participates in the development and achievement of unit goals and performance improvement activities.
Effectively utilizes communication systems.
Contributes to promoting cost-effective care.
Provides feedback to co-workers.
Stays informed about public policy and regulatory guidelines affecting the healthcare environment.
Promotes a safe, clean, and secure environment for all.
Patient Assessment
Recognizes data from complex situations to determine priorities for care.
Considers appropriate physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs.
Synthesizes assessment data into meaningful information prior to communication to others.
Assesses and anticipates discharge needs of individual patients and families.
Builds relationships with families to empower their advocacy for the patient and their own needs.
Planning
Collaborates with patients and families to prepare or update the plan of care.
Utilizes available multidisciplinary resources in planning care.
Employs a full range of communication methods to convey planning.
Identifies and addresses cultural and ethnic issues in planning patient care.
Demonstrates the ability to prioritize tasks for patients with complex problems.
Research
Reads relevant journals containing applicable studies or articles.
Presents ideas and questions to the team for assessment of relevance.
Required Skills & Experience
One (1) year of nursing experience.
Must have 2+ years progressive care unit experience.
Education
Required: Nursing Diploma, or ADN/ASN from an accredited school of nursing.
Preferred: BSN or MSN from an accredited school of nursing.
Required Certifications & Licensure
Licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in the state of North Carolina.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider certification (AHA or ARC).
NIHSS certification required.
Schedule Details</Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #38278557. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN PCU/Stepdown
About Wellspring Nurse SourceWellspring One (formerly Wellspring Nurse Source) is a nurse-owned and operated healthcare staffing company built around one simple belief: clinicians deserve exceptional support. Our team is honored to represent what we believe is the greatest workforce on earth, and we work every day to support our clinicians with the same level of excellence they bring to their patients.
Wellspring One was named one of SIA’s Best Staffing Firms to Work For in 2026, a recognition that reflects our commitment to building a culture where clinicians feel supported, valued, and set up for success. From onboarding and compliance to payroll, career guidance, and on-assignment support, our dedicated Clinician Success Team is with you every step of your travel journey.
We’re not focused on becoming the biggest staffing company. Our goal is to be the best partner you’ll ever work with.
If you’re looking for a team that will advocate for you, support you, and help you find the right opportunities at the best rates, we’d love to be part of your journey.
