Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – PCU (Neuro/Progressive Care Unit) | Atlanta, Georgia, United States
Start date: 04/20/2026 | Duration: 8 weeks | Shift: 2x3 days
Weekly pay: $1,618 – $1,715 per week | Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
Travel assignment in an acute-care hospital setting

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range of $1,618 – $1,715 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- 8-week travel assignment with a 2x3 day shift
- Neuro/step-down focused RN role with EPIC experience required
- Start date 04/20/2026
- Must have NIHSS documented in CV packet; strong neuro/step-down experience preferred

Responsibilities
- Deliver direct care to neuro/step-down patients in the PCU, including frequent neurological assessments and NIHSS as indicated
- Administer prescribed medications, manage IV lines, and monitor for adverse effects; respond promptly to changes in patient status
- Document care in the EPIC electronic medical record with accurate, complete progress notes and timely updates
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, and the multidisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and coordinate discharge planning
- Ensure patient and staff safety, adhere to infection control practices, and maintain unit equipment and supplies
- Communicate patient needs and changes in condition to the care team; participate in rounding and care coordination as appropriate

Requirements
- Active RN license (Georgia) orlicensure eligible; current, unrestricted RN license required
- Minimum 2 years of neuro/step-down nursing experience
- NIHSS certification must be included in the CV packet to be considered
- EPIC EMR experience required
- ACLS certification may be considered for strong med/surg candidates with NIHSS and some step-down experience
- Education: Degree from an approved nursing program (ASN or BSN)
- Ability to work in a fast-paced neuro/step-down unit; willingness to follow no block scheduling and no weekend requirements
- Profile readiness: resume with no gaps greater than 60 days, Skills Checklist, References, Certification Card, Nursys license verification; load demographic data and badge photo into profile

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- 8-week travel assignment
- Start date: 04/20/2026
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- EPIC training and ongoing system support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support during the assignment
- Dedicated assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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PAY DISCLAIMER
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.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

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Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.