Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job
Registered Nurse, PCU, Utica, New York, United States. Travel - temporary assignment starting 06/15/2026 for 13 weeks. Guaranteed 36 hours per week with a pay rate of 2,201 to 2,324 per week. Shift pattern: 2x3 Days. Work in an inpatient PCU/IMCU-focused unit within an acute care setting, caring for adults with neuro, cardiac, trauma, and respiratory conditions.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: 2,201–2,324 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 2x3 Days
- Start date: 06/15/2026
- Work setting: inpatient PCU/IMCU with neuro/cardiac/trauma care
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to adult patients (18+) in the PCU/IMCU, including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
- Monitor patients with neuro, cardiac, trauma, COPD, DKA, sepsis, MI, and post-operative needs; respond to changes in condition and escalate as needed.
- Manage specialty equipment and therapies (temp pacer, chest tubes, A-lines, BiPAP, Neptune Vapo) and assist with chronic vent management as assigned.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team, coordinate with respiratory therapy, physicians, and support staff; participate in patient education and discharge planning.
- Document all care in the EPIC EMR system with accurate, timely charting and medication administration records.
- May float to other units as needed to meet patient care needs while maintaining unit standards and patient safety.
Requirements
- Active New York RN license; Nursys verification of licensure; All RN licenses must be current.
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS current (American Heart Association/NIHSS recognition).
- Education: graduate of an accredited nursing program; RN licensure in New York.
- Experience: 2+ years of IMCU/PCU nursing experience.
- EMR experience: EPIC required.
- Ability to work in an adult inpatient setting; capable of responding to varied clinical scenarios.
- Local travel eligibility: will consider locals (within 75 miles) at local rates.
- RTO must be included at time of submission.
- Driver’s license with address that matches demographics.
Benefits and Support
- Travel assignment with dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance, including EPIC EMR setup
- 24/7 travel support and access to assignment-related resources
- 13-week contract with potential for extension based on unit needs and performance
- Local rate eligibility for applicants within 75 miles of the assignment location
- Ongoing access to assignment-related guidance and resources 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.
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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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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
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We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.
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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.
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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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