Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job

Overview
Registered Nurse - PCU (Travel) in Carbondale, IL. Start date: August 24, 2026. Duration: 13 weeks. Weekly pay: $2,472–$2,593. Guaranteed hours: 36 per week. Shift: Days. Setting: progressive care/inpatient care unit within a clinical environment. This assignment supports a 4:1 patient ratio on the PCU, with no on-call requirements and overtime opportunities if desired.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,472–$2,593 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: Days
- Start date: 08/24/2026
- Inpatient PCU setting with cardiac and respiratory patient mix

Responsibilities
- Assess patients to determine mental, physical, and spiritual needs, and contribute to the plan of care.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to implement and evaluate individualized care plans.
- Explain diagnoses, treatments, and care instructions to patients and responsible persons.
- Demonstrate nursing clinical judgment to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
- Maintain complete and accurate medical records in the patient chart.
- Participate in continuing education and meet core measure responsibilities related to patient care.

Requirements
- Active Illinois Registered Nurse license
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- ACLS certification
- Ability to work in a PCU environment with a 4:1 patient ratio
- Availability to work 36 hours per week, with potential overtime
- Strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary setting

Benefits and Support
- Guaranteed 36 hours per week
- Overtime opportunities available
- 13-week assignment with potential extension
- No on-call requirements
- Travel assignment with dedicated support from the recruiting team
- Supportive department culture with accessible management

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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.