Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job

Overview Registered Nurse – PCU in San Luis Obispo, California. Start date 09/14/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,962-$2,075. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM–7:30 AM). Setting: Short-Term Acute Care Hospital in a progressive/step-down unit. Overview Registered Nurse – PCU in San Luis Obispo, California. Start date 09/14/2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $1,962-$2,075. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM–7:30 AM). Setting: Short-Term Acute Care Hospital in a progressive/step-down unit. Key Highlights Weekly pay: $1,962-$2,075 Guaranteed hours: 36 per week Contract duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night shift, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) Start date: 09/14/2026 Setting: Short-term acute care hospital (PCU) May float to additional units if needed Responsibilities Plan and provide nursing care to patients in the PCU, including assessments, medication administration, IV therapy, and care of indwelling catheters and drains Accurately interpret ECG rhythms and manage care during life-threatening emergencies Verify alarms and collaborate with monitors staff to ensure patient safety; respond promptly to changes in condition Care for post-procedure patients (e.g., coronary interventions) and patients with cardiac devices, including femoral sheath management when indicated and use of Femostop device Supervise and delegate appropriate tasks to ancillary personnel in accordance with scope of practice; adhere to chain of command Maintain flexibility to float to related units (e.g., medical-surgical) if needed to meet patient care needs Requirements Licenses/Certifications: Current RN license in the state of practice (California). Basic Life Support (BLS) from an approved vendor. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) from an approved vendor Certifications: NIHSS certification required within 6 months of hire Education: Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred Experience: At least 2 years of recent nursing experience; 6 months of cardiac step-down or telemetry experience preferred Additional: Ability to work in a fast-paced PCU setting and to float to related units as needed Benefits and Support 24/7 recruiter and travel support Dedicated support throughout the assignment Housing assistance available Fast credentialing Extension opportunities Nationwide assignments Ongoing opportunities with the staffing partner Find more opportunities 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr