Step-down Unit Registered Nurse (Charge Nurse)
Amarillo, TX
Prime Staffing
3x12 hrs
$1,821/weekOverview
- Start Date01/05/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
About the Position
Specialty: Registered Nurse – PCU
Experience: Minimum 2 years of recent PCU or step-down experience required
License: Active NC or Compact RN License
Certifications: BLS, ACLS (with expiration dates)
Must-Have: All time-off requests must be submitted with the initial application
Description:
We are seeking a skilled PCU RN to provide intermediate care between ICU and Med/Surg. This role requires clinical judgment, close monitoring, and management of complex patient conditions.
The shift is 12 hours, with call, weekend, and holiday expectations. Floating to similar acuity areas may be required. Compliance and credentialing generally take 4–6 weeks. Voice advantage and nurse manager interviews are mandatory. All missed shifts must be rescheduled per department policy.
Requirements
Required for Onboarding:
- Active RN License
- BLS
- ACLS
Employer
Prime Staffing
About Amarillo, TX
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Amarillo, TX here's what you should know:- Amarillo's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to around 25°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Amarillo, with options available for furnished housing.
- Amarillo is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Amarillo has a diverse population with a mix of different ethnicities.
- The age range is varied, with a significant number of retirees.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dusty climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in Amarillo.
- Amarillo offers a variety of activities, including art galleries, boutiques, antique shops, and restaurants in the Route 66 District.
- Visitors can enjoy live performances at the Amarillo Little Theatre and explore museums such as the Amarillo Museum of Art and the Texas Air & Space Museum.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can visit the botanical gardens, local zoo, and Thompson Memorial Park for walking, biking, and other recreational activities.
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