Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,318 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/24/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) – Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104 | Local Contract

Experienced PCU Registered Nurse needed for a 13-week local contract in Philadelphia, PA 19104. Join a fast-paced Progressive Care Unit and provide high-quality patient care in a respected acute care environment with strong collaboration, clinical support, and a dynamic medical community. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104, this on-site opportunity places you in an area known for its renowned medical institutions, vibrant University City setting, and convenient access to the city's diverse dining, cultural, and neighborhood amenities.

Job Details

• Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Step-Down Unit
• Profession: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104 – a sought-after area recognized for leading medical centers, lively neighborhoods, and easy access to Philadelphia's rich cultural attractions
• Start Date: 8/24/2026
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Shifts per Week: 3 shifts per week
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend required
• Work Setting: On-site acute care hospital
• Employment Type: Local contract
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,070-$2,180

Job Requirements

• 2+ years of recent Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or step-down nursing experience required
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing
• Ability to work all 3 shifts per week throughout the 13-week assignment
• Strong clinical assessment, telemetry monitoring, and acute care patient care skills
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to patients in the Progressive Care Unit
• Monitor patient conditions closely and respond appropriately to changes in status
• Administer medications, treatments, and interventions in accordance with provider orders and clinical protocols
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support safe, effective, patient-centered care
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately and thoroughly in the medical record
• Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, recovery expectations, and ongoing care needs
• Support unit workflow, maintain quality standards, and promote patient safety in a fast-paced hospital setting

Apply now to join a Philadelphia healthcare team and take the next step in your PCU nursing career today.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID # . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PCU

About GHR Healthcare

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