Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse
Amarillo, TX
PRIDE Health
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,429/week

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Overview

Start Date04/20/2026
Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

43% higher than average Registered Nurse / Progressive Care Nurse pay in Texas

Estimated total pay

$2,429/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Holiday Pay
Guaranteed Hours
401k retirement plan
Cancelation protection
Referral bonus
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits

Qualifications

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Required

Work Experience

Registered Nurse (1 year)

License

Texas Nursing License

Other

Skills Checklist
Updated Resume

Description

Registered Nurse - PCU

Location: Amarillo, Texas
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Details

Mixed med/surg and intermediate care patients
Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:4 to 1:6 depending on shift assignment
Shift options: 36 or 48 hour shifts, nights

Requirements/Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas
Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by American Heart Association or American Red Cross
TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) certification
NIH Stroke Certification
Experience with Epic electronic health record system

Required Documentation and Compliance

I-9 verification
Driver’s License or State ID
E-Verify compliance
7-year background check (updated annually) including SS trace, county searches, nationwide, sex offender, and education verification
Education verification (diploma or transcript acceptable if final verification pending)
Fingerprinting (for certain states, time sensitive)
Photo for badge
Physical exam within 12 months of start
Fit mask test within 1 year of start, renewed annually
Immunizations and titers:
- Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
- Negative TB test or chest X-ray within 1 year
- Measles, Mumps, Rubella (positive titer or 2 vaccines)
- Hepatitis B (positive titer, series, or declination)
- Varicella (positive titer, 2 vaccines, or documented chickenpox history)
Negative 10-panel drug screen within 90 days of start (including amphetamines, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, cocaine, marijuana, methadone, opiates, oxycodone, etc.)
Seasonal flu vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption during flu season (Oct 1 - Mar 31)

Competency Requirements

Medication test/pharmacology competency exam (minimum 80% score or meet Angoff score)
Color blind testing (online acceptable)
Core competency exams as applicable (annual completion required)

Additional Notes

No local candidates; must be willing to travel within a 50-mile radius
Complete application and resume required
Unit-specific skills checklist required annually
7-year work history verification required

This position offers a night shift travel nursing opportunity in a progressive care unit with a focus on med/surg and intermediate care patients. Candidates must have solid clinical experience, Epic system proficiency, and meet all licensure, certification, and health compliance requirements.

Employer

PRIDE Health

4.1rating(84 reviews)

52 nurses recommend working with PRIDE Health

5.0rating

Pros

Attentive, quick to respond, easy to work with

Cons

None

Recommends working with PRIDE Health

Anonymous

ICU - Intensive Care Unit (RN)

Review of Sonanki Panda on Mar 27, 2026

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About

PRIDE Health is the minority-owned healthcare recruitment division of Pride Global—an integrated human capital solutions and advisory firm. With our robust and abundant travel nursing and allied health employment options across the U.S., PRIDE Health will allow you to help change the way the world lives and heals as it connects you with the industry’s leading healthcare organizations.
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

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About Amarillo, TX

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Amarillo, TX here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows can drop to around 25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Amarillo, with options available for furnished housing.

Transportation

Amarillo is car-friendly, with most residents relying on personal vehicles for transportation.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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