Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse, PCU (Progressive Care Unit) – Travel assignment in Atlanta, GA. Start date 07/06/2026 for a 13-week assignment. Weekly pay range $2,345 to $2,471 per week with guaranteed 48 hours per week. Shift: 2x4 Nights. Setting: hospital.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,345–$2,471 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 48 hours per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 2x4 Nights
- Start date: 07/06/2026
- Setting: hospital PCU environment

Responsibilities
- Provide direct, bedside nursing care for adult patients in a medical step-down/PCU setting, with a focus on patients with sepsis, heart failure, hypertensive emergencies, respiratory failure, COPD, CKD, and related conditions; participate in ongoing assessment and plan of care.
- Maintain a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio, monitor vital signs and telemetry, administer medications and IV therapies, and respond rapidly to clinical changes using evidence-based protocols.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (physicians, respiratory therapy, case management, and social work) to develop and adjust individualized care plans; perform timely handoffs at shift change.
- Demonstrate proficiency in recognizing and managing acute events (e.g., status epilepticus, encephalopathy) and adhering to ACLS/BLS protocols when indicated.
- Document care accurately in the medical record, ensure patient safety measures, infection control practices, and patient/family education as part of discharge planning.

Requirements
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
- ACLS and BLS certifications
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a medical step-down/PCU or equivalent high-acuity medical unit
- Ability to work night shifts on a 2x4 schedule in a hospital setting
- Experience managing a patient load with complex conditions and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed hours: 48 per week
- Weekly pay: $2,345–$2,471 per week
- 13-week travel assignment with night shifts
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment from Healthforce Healthcare LLC

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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
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• 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.