Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job
Registered Nurse - PCU (Neuro/Step-Down) with travel assignment in Atlanta, GA. Start date: 04/20/2026 for an 8-week contract. Weekly pay: $1,700–$1,745 per week. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: 2x3 Nights. This is a hospital-based travel role requiring neuro/step-down experience and EPIC/EHR proficiency.
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,700–$1,745 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 hours per week
- Contract duration: 8 weeks
- Shift: Night shift, 2x3 Nights
- Start date: 04/20/2026
- Location: Atlanta, GA
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care for neuro/step-down patients in the PCU, including neuro assessments and monitoring.
- Perform NIHSS assessments as ordered and document findings in the patient record; administer medications and manage IV therapy per plan of care.
- Collaborate with physicians, case management, and multidisciplinary teams; update care plans and participate in discharge planning.
- Maintain thorough, accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EPIC) and ensure patient safety and quality standards are met.
- Respond promptly to changes in patient condition; implement escalation procedures and participate in rounds and handoffs with clarity and accuracy.
- Educate patients and families about diagnoses, treatments, and post-discharge care; ensure compliance with hospital policies and infection control practices.
Requirements
- Active RN license (Georgia) or eligible for licensure in Georgia.
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a neuro, PCU, or step-down specialty; neuro step-down experience strongly preferred.
- NIHSS documentation included in CV packet; NIHSS in CV packet is required to be considered.
- ACLS certification; EPIC EMR experience.
- Able to work the listed shift (night shifts) and adapt to a hospital setting.
- Minimum education: graduation from an approved nursing program (RN).
- Additional candidate profile materials: work history/resume with no gaps greater than 60 days, Skills Checklist, References, Certification Card, Nursys License Verification; load all demographic information into profile, including badge-appropriate photo.
- Weekend scheduling: no block scheduling required; weekends are not mandatory for this assignment.
Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- 24/7 travel support and credentialing assistance
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance to facilitate start
- EPIC EMR training and access provided
- Guaranteed hours per week as part of the travel contract
- 8-week assignment with potential extension opportunities based on performance and unit needs
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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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