PCU RN
Englewood, CO
GLC On-The-Go
3x12 hrs
$1,697/weekOverview
- Start Date10/26/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Requires COVID-19 Vaccination
Description
Travel RN - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Englewood, CO | Contract
Quick Look
- Weekly Gross Pay: Not specified
- Shift: 07:00-19:00, 12 Hours
- Start Date: 10/26/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Number of Openings: Not specified
Join a leading acute-care hospital as a Travel RN in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in Englewood, CO. This is a fantastic opportunity for skilled RNs looking to enhance their careers in a fast-paced and challenging cardiac unit at a cardiac center for excellence.
Unit Information:
- Number of Beds: 30
- Number of Staff: 65
- Type of Staff: RNs and PCTs
- Day Shift: 1 Charge RN, 5-8 RNs, 2-4 PCTs
- Night Shift: 1 Charge RN, 5-8 nurses, 2-3 PCTs
- Patient Ratios: 1:4, often in a 1:5 ratio
- Type of Equipment: Tele, transport monitors, suction, feeding pumps, trachs, bipap, cpap, heated high flow, chest tubes, foleys, pacer wires/pacers, iv pumps, scd pumps
- EMR: Meditech
Typical Hiring Profile:
Must Have: Candidates without these skills will not be considered for the role.
- Minimum 1-year current PCU hospital experience
- BLS, ACLS & NIH
Preferred or Nice to Have: Candidates with these skills will be considered first.
- Chest tube management, remove chest tubes, remove pacer wires, 12 lead EKGs
- O2 management (up to BIPAP & heated hi-flo)
- Drips - heparin, diltiazem, amiodarone, Lasix, dobutamine, milrinone, ketamine
Typical Procedures Performed on Unit:
- Post-cath care; right & left heart caths, TAVRs, ablations, watchmans, pacemaker implantations, TR band management, neurovascular checks
- Post thoracic surgery care; VATs/RATs, resections, lobectomies, chest tube management
- Pre & post care of open-heart surgical patients; CABGs, MVRs, AVRs, Aortic Dissection repairs, etc.
- Vascular surgery post-op care
Best Personality Fit:
- Great team player
- High energy
- Flexible & adaptable
- Values communication & collaboration
Unit Guidelines/Policies: Please feel free to attach unit policies and guidelines. Unit Policies
This position offers a unique opportunity to work in a high acuity progressive/intermediate care unit. If you are looking for a rewarding travel nursing experience, apply now!
GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply today!
Employer
GLC On-The-Go
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Pros
I’ve been working with GLC coming up on 5 months and I can’t say enough good things about them especially my recruiter, Jordan and credentialing team
Cons
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GLC is more than just a staffing agency – we’re your trusted partner in finding travel, local, and PRN contracts that align with your career aspirations and lifestyle.
We specialize in connecting travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals like you with opportunities in acute care, long-term care, behavioral health, and allied fields across the U.S.
Our attentive and friendly recruiters are always just a call or text away, ready to guide you at every step, ensuring you feel valued and heard.
We understand the unique needs of travel healthcare professionals, which is why we offer comprehensive benefits and 24/7 support.
Join GLC, where our 20+ years of experience mean we know how to help you find the assignments that turn your career goals into reality.
With us, it's not just a placement – it's your dream career made possible
About Englewood, CO
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Englewood, CO here's what you should know:- Englewood's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Englewood are around 88°F, while winter lows can drop to 19°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Englewood, and they are relatively easy to find.
- Englewood is car-friendly, but it also has a public transportation system operated by the Regional Transportation District (RTD).
- Englewood has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Englewood offers a variety of restaurants, art galleries, live music venues, and outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy nearby golf courses and recreational facilities.
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