Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $64 per hour ...

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Burbank, CA Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc. Pay: $64 per hour Shift Information: Days Start Date: 3/9/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified PCU RN in burbank, California, 91501!Registered Nurse - PCU – UHC Staffing Registered Nurse - PCU Location: Burbank, CAStart Date: 03-09-2026End Date: 06-29-2026Contract Type: Travel ContractShift Type: Rotating 12-hour shifts, 3x12: Days 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM (3 shifts/week) or Nights 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM (3 shifts/week); includes weekends and variable weekend coverage; first-week orientation Monday-Friday days; second-week 36 hours on-unit orientation with a preceptor. (Day/Night rotating schedule; self-schedule requests accepted.)Hours per Week: 60Candidate Pay Rate: $64 per hour About United Health Care Staffing At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal. Roles & ResponsibilitiesProvide high-acuity progressive care (PCU) nursing for oncology and telemetry patients with vigilance and compassionContinuously monitor cardiac telemetry and interpret dysrhythmias to guide timely interventionsPerform and manage vascular access care including peripheral IVs, PICCs, central lines and port accessAdminister and monitor blood products, IV therapies, PCA pumps and follow heparin protocolsManage respiratory supports such as HFNC, CPAP/BiPAP and tracheostomy care, and interpret ABGsRespond as a member of rapid response/code teams and act quickly during emergenciesCare for chest tubes and surgical drains and support wound care including wound vac managementCollaborate with the interdisciplinary team—pharmacy, respiratory therapy, PT, social services and more—to coordinate excellent patient careAdhere to infection prevention/isolation precautions and participate in fall-prevention practicesDocument accurately in Epic to ensure continuity and quality of care QualificationsActive, unrestricted RN license (eligible to practice in California)Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience; oncology preferred but not requiredMust meet experience requirements within the last 3 years with at least 1 year of current specialty (PCU/telemetry) experience for clinical passCertifications required: BCLS (BLS), ACLS and NIHSSExperience with telemetry, high-acuity PCU care, and rapid response/code team participationFamiliarity with Epic or similar electronic health record for chartingAbility to float to equivalent or lower acuity units as neededFlu vaccine required (medical exemptions only); COVID-19 vaccine not required per facility guideline EducationGraduate of an accredited nursing program (ASN/ADN/BSN)BSN preferred where available Knowledge & SkillsTelemetry monitoring and dysrhythmia interpretationHigh-acuity PCU nursing and cardiac monitoringIV therapy skills: starting IVs, peripheral IV care, PICC and central line managementBlood product administration and adherence to transfusion protocolsManagement of cardiac drips (including titration where applicable) and heparin protocol familiarityRespiratory interventions: HFNC, CPAP/BiPAP, tracheostomy care and ABG interpretationChest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac) and surgical drain careFeeding tube care and enteral managementInfection prevention, isolation precautions and patient fall-prevention strategiesExperience or comfort with oncology-related tasks (chemotherapy administration/monitoring preferred), wound care and phlebotomyProficiency with Epic charting and unit-specific equipment (GE telemetry, Alaris pumps, bladder scanner, PCA pumps) BenefitsSupportive orientation with two-week on-boarding (week 1: Mon-Fri days; week 2: 36 hours on-unit with a preceptor) to get you confident and set up for successFlexible self-scheduling so you can submit preferred schedules before final postingOpportunities for professional growth—build oncology/PCU skills and advance your practiceComprehensive benefits package and resources to support your well-being (medical, leave, and more)Licensure assistance and help with credentialing to keep your paperwork moving smoothlyDedicated interdisciplinary support on the unit including respiratory therapy, PT, pharmacy and moreA collaborative team culture that values learning, safety, and patient-centered carePre-approved time off allowance and predictable orientation hours to help plan your life outside work Travel Perks: Explore Burbank, CA Explore sunny Burbank and the greater Los Angeles playground while on contract: take a studio tour at Warner Bros. or stroll through the Walt Disney Studio area, grab a hike in Griffith Park and visit Griffith Observatory for skyline views, enjoy family-friendly fun at Universal Studios Hollywood nearby, and browse shops and restaurants in Downtown Burbank. Quick escapes include the beaches of Santa Monica and Venice, cultural trips to The Getty or LACMA, and day trips to Pasadena or the Verdugo Mountains for outdoor time. Hollywood, great dining, and plenty of entertainment are all within easy reach—weekends off can feel like mini-vacations. Apply Now Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - PCU? Let's get you moving forward! Send your resume to or call us at today. Hashtags #RegisteredNurseJobs #RNJobsBurbankCA #PCUNurse #OncologyNurse #TelemetryRN #TravelNurse #HealthcareJobs #UHCCareers #EpicNursing #NursingJobs About United Health Care Staffing, Inc."Better Pay" and "Zero Headaches" and Ready to love your scrubs again? At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches. We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off). Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve. 29304245EXPPLAT

Created: 2026-02-11