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Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Altoona, PA

 Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse with this 13-week travel assignment in Altoona, Pennsylvania (zip code 16601). Join a leading healthcare team on the T12 Medical PCU (Step Down Unit), providing specialized patient care and clinical support in a dynamic hospital environment. Altoona offers a welcoming community, scenic beauty, and abundant outdoor recreation—making it an ideal location for travel nurses seeking both professional growth and work-life balance.


<h2>PCU RN Job Details</h2>
<ul>
 <li>Assignment Length: 13 weeks (November 17, 2025 – February 15, 2026)
 </li><li>Healthcare Setting: T12 Medical PCU / Step Down Unit
 </li><li>Nursing Shift: 12-hour night shifts
 </li><li>Hours per Week: 36
 </li><li>Employment Type: Travel Nursing, On-Site
 </li><li>Location: Altoona, PA 16601 (Pennsylvania nursing jobs)
 </li><li>Estimated Weekly Salary: $1880 - $2020
</li></ul>

<h2>Registered Nurse Qualifications</h2>
<ul>
 <li>Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania or compact state
 </li><li>At least 1 year of recent experience as a PCU RN or Step Down Registered Nurse
 </li><li>BLS certification (required)
 </li><li>ACLS certification (preferred)
 </li><li>Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
 </li><li>Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
</li></ul>

<h2>PCU Nurse Responsibilities</h2>
<ul>
 <li>Deliver direct patient care to adults requiring intermediate level monitoring and specialized interventions
 </li><li>Monitor vital signs, assess changes in patient condition, and respond promptly to clinical needs
 </li><li>Administer medications, manage IVs, and perform nursing procedures within scope of practice
 </li><li>Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
 </li><li>Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care
 </li><li>Accurately document all nursing care provided in a timely manner
</li></ul>
Apply now to join our healthcare team as a travel PCU Registered Nurse in Altoona, PA, and make a difference in patient care while exploring Pennsylvania! Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHRWith over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com Equal OpportunityWe 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.

Altoona PA Pennsylvania Altoona, Pennsylvania Compact States RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit Stepdown Intermediate Care Surgical ICU Stepdown DOU - Direct Observation Unit 12 hours Planet Healthcare Job ID #425766. 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 GHR Healthcare - PH Division

Travel RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

<div style="text-align:left;padding-bottom:1.25rem">GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Altoona, Pennsylvania.<h3>Job Description &amp; Requirements</h3><ul><li>Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit</li><li>Discipline: RN</li><li>Start Date: 02/16/2026</li><li>Duration: 13 weeks</li><li>36 hours per week</li><li>Shift: 12 hours</li><li>Employment Type: Travel</li></ul>Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Altoona, PA

 Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse with this 13-week travel assignment in Altoona, Pennsylvania (zip code 16601). Join a leading healthcare team on the T12 Medical PCU (Step Down Unit), providing specialized patient care and clinical support in a dynamic hospital environment. Altoona offers a welcoming community, scenic beauty, and abundant outdoor recreation—making it an ideal location for travel nurses seeking both professional growth and work-life balance.


<h2>PCU RN Job Details</h2>
<ul>
 <li>Assignment Length: 13 weeks (November 17, 2025 – February 15, 2026)
 </li><li>Healthcare Setting: T12 Medical PCU / Step Down Unit
 </li><li>Nursing Shift: 12-hour night shifts
 </li><li>Hours per Week: 36
 </li><li>Employment Type: Travel Nursing, On-Site
 </li><li>Location: Altoona, PA 16601 (Pennsylvania nursing jobs)
 </li><li>Estimated Weekly Salary: $1880 - $2020
</li></ul>

<h2>Registered Nurse Qualifications</h2>
<ul>
 <li>Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Pennsylvania or compact state
 </li><li>At least 1 year of recent experience as a PCU RN or Step Down Registered Nurse
 </li><li>BLS certification (required)
 </li><li>ACLS certification (preferred)
 </li><li>Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
 </li><li>Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
</li></ul>

<h2>PCU Nurse Responsibilities</h2>
<ul>
 <li>Deliver direct patient care to adults requiring intermediate level monitoring and specialized interventions
 </li><li>Monitor vital signs, assess changes in patient condition, and respond promptly to clinical needs
 </li><li>Administer medications, manage IVs, and perform nursing procedures within scope of practice
 </li><li>Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
 </li><li>Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care
 </li><li>Accurately document all nursing care provided in a timely manner
</li></ul>
Apply now to join our healthcare team as a travel PCU Registered Nurse in Altoona, PA, and make a difference in patient care while exploring Pennsylvania! Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHRWith over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com Equal OpportunityWe 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 #425766. 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<h3>About GHR Healthcare - PH Division</h3><div>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.</div></div>

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