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Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job

$1,935 - $2,081 per week

Healthforce

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse – PCU in a step-down unit within an inpatient, acute care setting. This travel assignment starts on 08/10/2026 and runs for 13 weeks. Weekly pay ranges from $1,935 to $2,081 per week for nights on a 3x12-hour schedule. The role is Travel - Temporary Assignment, requiring clinical expertise in a high-acuity unit and the ability to coordinate with the care team to ensure patient safety and timely transitions.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay range: $1,935–$2,081 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts (3x12)
- Start date: 08/10/2026
- Work setting: Inpatient step-down unit in an acute care environment
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0 per week

Responsibilities
- Plan and provide nursing care to patients in the step-down unit
- Accurately interpret ECG rhythms and manage care during life-threatening emergencies
- Monitor patient status, respond to changes, and adjust care plans accordingly
- Administer medications and treatments as ordered; document care accurately
- Supervise and delegate care tasks to ancillary personnel within scope of practice
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and smooth discharge planning

Requirements
- Active California RN license
- Ability to interpret ECG rhythms and respond to real-time emergencies
- Capacity to work 12-hour night shifts in an inpatient setting
- Comfortable providing care in a step-down/inpatient unit environment
- Demonstrated ability to supervise and delegate to ancillary staff within the scope of practice

Benefits and Support
- Weekly pay range: $1,935–$2,081 per week
- 13-week travel assignment
- 3x12 night schedule
- Assignment support from Healthforce Healthcare LLC, including dedicated recruiter assistance and on-call support

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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
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • 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.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

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.

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