Travel Contract

MICU RN
Fort Wayne, IN
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

$2,243/week
Posted 2 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,243/week

Description

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel assignment in Fort Wayne, IN (46845). Join a leading healthcare team in a modern facility, providing high-quality patient care with the latest technology and best practices. Fort Wayne offers a welcoming community, vibrant arts scene, and beautiful parks—making it a top destination for Indiana nursing jobs.

Compensation

  • Pay Rate: $89.00 - $99.00 per hour, depending on experience

Travel Nursing Job Details

  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana 46845
  • Healthcare Setting: 12-bed Progressive Care Unit
  • Hours: 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12-hour day shifts (03:00 - 15:00)
  • Weekend Requirement: 3 weekend shifts per 4-week schedule
  • Start Date: January 12, 2026
  • End Date: April 13, 2026
  • Dress Code: Caribbean blue scrubs
  • Nurse-to-Patient Ratios: Nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 3-4:1 on the Progressive Care Unit, 4-5:1 on MedSurg, and 1:3 when floated to MedSurg units.

Registered Nurse Qualifications

  • Minimum 2 years of recent experience in PCU, Stepdown, or Med/Tele at a similar size hospital
  • Active Indiana RN license or compact state nursing license
  • BLS certification (AHA required)
  • ACLS certification
  • Experience with drip titration preferred
  • Familiarity with EPIC, PYXIS, Philips defibrillator, and Philips Bedside Monitors is a plus
  • Must attend Jumpstart program and EPIC training, followed by 1-2 days of unit orientation

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

  • Deliver exceptional nursing care to patients in the Progressive Care Unit
  • Monitor and manage patients requiring close observation and advanced clinical interventions
  • Float to similar units as needed, including MedSurg/Tele (maintaining a 1:3 nurse-patient ratio when floated)
  • Perform drip titration for experienced nurses; otherwise, float to MedSurg/Tele units
  • Utilize EPIC for electronic documentation and PYXIS for medication management
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
  • Comply with hospital policies, procedures, and safety protocols

Take the next step in your nursing career with this rewarding travel nurse job in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference in patient care!

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #446087. 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

Employer

GHR Healthcare

3.6rating(17 reviews)

7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Fort Wayne, IN

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Fort Wayne, IN here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Slightly 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 of 84°F and lows of 63°F.
  • Average winter highs of 32°F and lows of 18°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially in the downtown area.
Transportation
  • Car-friendly city with a well-maintained road system.
  • Limited public transportation options, so having a car is recommended for getting around.
Demographics
  • Diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues include obesity and heart disease.
  • Fort Wayne has a growing population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • Abundance of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, vibrant art and music scene, sports events including minor league baseball and hockey, and numerous outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, and water sports along the rivers.
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