Travel PCU RN - $2,448 per week

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Albany, New York. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/26/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel PCU Registered Nurse (Progressive Care Unit) – Albany, NY (12208)Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Albany, NY. 13-week travel RN assignment starting 4/26/2026; Epic & ACLS required. Join a dynamic healthcare team as a Travel PCU Registered Nurse in Albany, New York. This Progressive Care Unit (PCU) travel nurse job is an excellent opportunity for an experienced RN to expand clinical skills in a high-acuity adult PCU setting in the Capital Region. Albany, NY (zip code 12208) offers a welcoming community, historic charm, and easy access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation—ideal for travel nurses seeking New York nursing jobs. Job Details Location: Albany, NY 12208 (Capital Region, New York) Position Type: Travel Nurse – PCU Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Unit RN Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Assignment Type: Travel assignment (Travel Nurse) Start Date: April 26, 2026 End Date: July 26, 2026 Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM (12-hour day shifts) Hours per Week: 36 Estimated Weekly Pay: $2250 - $2370 per week Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs required EMR: Epic experience required Qualifications / Job Requirements Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in New York State Minimum 1 year of recent PCU, step-down, or similar high-acuity adult care experience (community hospital ICU experience preferred) ACLS certification required Competency in advanced hemodynamics, pressor use and titration protocols Experience managing antihypertensive drips, sedative and naloxone (Narcan) drips, thrombo-embolic agents Familiarity with arterial line (a-line), CVP monitoring, EVD management, orthopedic traction, and infection prevention protocols Proficiency with respiratory support modalities (HFNC, BiPAP/CPAP, oxygen delivery systems) Capable of managing a patient load of up to 3 high-acuity patients Competency test required within 24 hours of submission Epic EMR proficiency and strong documentation skills Responsibilities Provide high-quality nursing care to medically complex and surgically delicate adult patients in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Monitor and manage advanced hemodynamics, titrate vasoactive drips per protocol, and respond rapidly to changes in patient condition Administer medications and infusions safely, including antihypertensives, sedatives, and thrombolytic-related therapies Manage respiratory support for patients on HFNC, BiPAP/CPAP, and other modalities Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, respiratory therapists, case managers) to develop and implement individualized care plans Utilize Epic EMR for accurate, timely documentation and communication Follow infection prevention protocols, hospital policies, and patient safety procedures Provide compassionate education and support to patients and families during transitions of care Why This Travel Nurse PCU Job Opportunity to work in a high-acuity Progressive Care Unit in Albany, NY—strong option for travel nurse RNs seeking New York nursing jobs Gain hands-on experience with advanced hemodynamics and complex patient management Work with Epic EMR in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel PCU Registered Nurse in Albany, NY. Interested RNs with New York licenses, Epic experience, and ACLS certification are encouraged to apply. Join our team today and advance your nursing career in New York healthcare. 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. Planet Healthcare Job ID #464379. 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 - PH Division 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.

Created: 2026-03-10