Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Midland, TX
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Registered Nurse (PCU) – Travel RN in Midland, TX. 13-week contract (Apr 20–Jul 20, 2026). Must have 2+ years PCU/stepdown experience and ACLS/BLS. Join our progressive care team in Midland (zip 79701) and provide high-quality adult and geriatric care in a community hospital setting.

Quick Job Details

• Position: Registered Nurse (PCU) / Progressive Care Unit Nurse / Telemetry RN
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,820 - $1,910
• Location: Midland, TX (zip 79701) — Midland, Texas nursing jobs / travel nursing job
• Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU), 24 beds
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 20, 2026)
• Shift: Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (07:00 – 19:00)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Patient Ratio: 4:1 (PCU / step-down / telemetry environment)
• Weekend Coverage: Required
• Orientation: 36 hours

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of recent Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or stepdown/acute care experience
• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (pending license accepted with submission; license must be active before start)
• Certifications required: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Experience with Cerner charting system preferred
• Travel nursing experience preferred (Travel RN / Travel Registered Nurse)
• Flu vaccine required (medical/religious exemptions and declinations allowed)
• RTO (Return to Office) required with submission; expect to work some holidays
• Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted
• On-site drug screen required prior to start

Core Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care to adult and geriatric patients in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
• Monitor and manage cardiac drips, telemetry monitoring, and post-cardiac procedure patients (Telemetry RN duties)
• Recognize and manage dysrhythmias, interpret arterial blood gases, and provide care for hemodialysis patients
• Provide care for patients with CVA, traumatic brain injury, and renal failure in a step-down setting
• Administer blood products and manage central lines, peripheral IVs, and PICC lines
• Perform wound care, manage surgical drains, chest tubes, and tracheostomy care as required
• Follow isolation precautions and use appropriate PPE; maintain infection control standards
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (physicians, respiratory therapy, case management) to ensure optimal patient outcomes

Why Join Our Team

• Competitive weekly pay for travel RN / PCU nurse assignments
• Structured orientation (36 hours) to support travel nurses transitioning into the unit
• Opportunity to expand critical care and telemetry experience in a supportive community hospital
• Work in Midland, TX — enjoy West Texas hospitality, sunny weather, and local attractions

Ready to apply? Apply now or contact our recruiter to submit your RN license, clinical references, and RTO. Ensure certifications (ACLS, BLS, NIHSS) and required documentation are current. Join our healthcare team today as a Travel Registered Nurse in Midland, Texas!

Note: On-site drug screen is required prior to start. Local candidates within 50 miles will not be considered. This employer is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workplace.

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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.