Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,092 ...

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Albany, Georgia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) – Days – Albany, GA (Travel RN) PCU Registered Nurse (RN) – Days in Albany, GA | Travel RN role for experienced cardiac stepdown/telemetry RNs with ACLS/BLS. Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN in vibrant Albany, Georgia (zip 31701). Join a collaborative team in a high-acuity cardiac stepdown environment, providing exceptional care to complex cardiovascular patients. This travel nursing opportunity is ideal for experienced telemetry and cardiac stepdown nurses seeking Georgia nursing jobs with hands-on cardiac care. Job Details Location: Albany, GA 31701 (Southwest Georgia) Position Type: Travel, On-Site (Travel RN) Start Date: March 2, 2026 End Date: June 29, 2026 Duration: 17 weeks Openings: 7 Estimated Weekly Pay Range: $1,842 – $2,047 Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week Shift: 12-hour Days (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM) Shifts per Week: 3 Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend Unit: Cardiac Stepdown / PCU (44 beds; includes 8 semi-private rooms) Patient Ratio: 1:5 (typical cardiac telemetry/stepdown ratio) Charting / EMR: Meditech Orientation: 3 floor-specific shifts Dress Code: Caribbean Blue scrubs; natural hair color; no fake nails, facial piercings, or visible tattoos Setting: High-acuity cardiac telemetry / stepdown unit — ideal for RNs experienced with cardiac drips and telemetry monitoring Job Requirements / Qualifications Experience: Minimum 2 years recent PCU/Stepdown RN experience in a large hospital or acute care setting Travel Experience: At least 1 successful prior travel nursing assignment required (no first-time travelers) License: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (required to submit) Certifications: BLS (AHA) and ACLS required; NIHSS preferred Telemetry Skills: Must be able to read and interpret cardiac rhythm strips (telemetry RN skills) Floating: May float to ICU; will only accept stepdown-level patients unless ICU experience is documented Distance Requirement: Must live at least 75 miles from Albany, GA 31701 (per driver’s license address) Attendance: Strong attendance and flexibility required, including holidays as needed Responsibilities Deliver high-quality nursing care to cardiac stepdown/PCU patients in a fast-paced, high-turnover environment (cardiac telemetry RN responsibilities) Monitor and interpret telemetry (Phillips) and cardiac rhythm strips accurately Manage cardiac drips and vasoactive medications (e.g., Cardizem, amiodarone, dobutamine, dopamine, lasix, bumex, heparin, primacor, vaprosol) Care for patients requiring BiPAP/CPAP, vapotherm, and high-flow oxygen — no full ventilator management required Support post-op and procedural cardiovascular patients (CABG, EVAR/AAA repairs, stents, pacemakers, ablations, AICD, CHF, afib with RVR, chest tubes) Coordinate frequent admissions, discharges, and transfers (average census 32–38; 12–16 admits/discharges on busy days) Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams: RT, pharmacy, PICC/IV team, hospitalist/intensivist (all in-house 24/7) Document accurately and efficiently in Meditech EMR Float or task in ICU as needed per policy and patient care demands Preferred: Ability to pull pacer wires (orientation provided if needed) Why apply: This is an excellent travel nursing opportunity for experienced Progressive Care Unit RNs, Cardiac Stepdown nurses, and telemetry RNs seeking high-acuity experience in Albany, GA. Enjoy competitive pay, a supportive team, and a rewarding clinical environment in a city known for its Southern hospitality and outdoor recreation. Ideal for RNs searching for travel nurse jobs in Georgia or cardiac nursing positions. Apply today to join a collaborative team and make a difference in the lives of cardiac patients in Albany, GA! Apply now for this PCU RN / Cardiac Stepdown travel RN role. 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 453947. 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 For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.aa415a4b-8b21-40fc-a65c-70d2b25ca29a

Created: 2026-03-04