Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse – PCU (Progressive Care / Stepdown / Telemetry)
PCU unit on a 24-bed program within a hospital setting
Location: Idaho, United States
Start date: 09/21/2026 | Duration: weeks (travel assignment)
Shift: 3x12 hour Nights
Weekly pay: $1,845 – $1,877 per week
Guaranteed hours: 0
This is a travel - temporary assignment with ongoing opportunities in a hospital-based PCU/telemetry environment.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,845 – $1,877 per week
- Shift: Nights, 3x12-hour shifts
- Start date: 09/21/2026
- Assignment type: Travel - temporary; no guaranteed hours
- Unit: 24-bed Progressive Care / Stepdown / Telemetry unit
- Orientation: 24 hours

Responsibilities
- Deliver direct nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in a PCU/telemetry setting, monitoring vitals, rhythms, and clinical status
- Interpret telemetry, recognize dysrhythmias, and respond with appropriate interventions; participate in rapid response or code events as needed
- Administer medications and IV therapies, manage blood products per protocol, and handle non-titrating vasoactive infusions per unit guidelines
- Support patients across the post-operative spectrum, including post-PCI and post-open-heart surgery care; participate in stroke center activities as indicated
- Perform or assist with emergent procedures such as cardioversion and central line placement as part of the care team; utilize specialized equipment (e.g., BIPAP/CPAP, IPPB, HHF)
- Collaborate with IV teams, PT, Respiratory, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy, Rapid Response, Transportation, and Unit Secretary; document care in Epic
- Maintain patient safety and comfort with appropriate infection control, charting, and routine duties; uphold unit standards for dysrhythmia management and cardiac/vasoactive drips (no titration)

Requirements
- Active RN license in Idaho or a compact state; must be in hand at time of submittal
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
- Experience: Minimum 1 year RN experience; telemetry/stepdown and post-operative care experience preferred
- Onboarding and orientation: core items/labs completed within 48 hours of contract signing; 24 hours of orientation; RN orientation typically 4–6 hours onsite, Allied 2–3 hours; pre-approved time off allowed for 2 shifts
- Unit/position fit: Ability to work in a 24-bed PCU/telemetry unit; typical staffing ratios 1:3 or 1:4; block schedule with nights; weekend coverage required (6 weekends per contract)
- Other: State or compact licensure in good standing; ability to float per unit need if applicable

Benefits and Support
- Onboarding and credentialing support to facilitate swift start
- Quick completion of core items and labs within 48 hours
- Onsite orientation with dedicated time for RN and allied staff
- Pre-approved time off accepted (up to 2 shifts)
- Assignment-specific scheduling and clinical support throughout the contract

Find more opportunities
If this role isn’t a fit, you can explore additional PCU, telemetry, and hospital-based RN opportunities at Healthforce Healthcare LLC. Find other openings and apply at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

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

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