Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Petersburg, VA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel PCU Registered Nurse Job in Petersburg, Virginia | Progressive Care Unit / Stepdown RN

Travel PCU/Stepdown RN opportunity in Petersburg, VA: Join a dynamic progressive care environment where your critical thinking, clinical judgment, and teamwork make a meaningful impact every shift.

This travel Registered Nurse role is ideal for an experienced PCU RN who thrives in a fast-paced inpatient setting, enjoys caring for medically complex adult patients, and is confident managing changing patient conditions. With a night schedule, strong interdisciplinary support, and a welcoming community in Petersburg, Virginia, this opportunity offers both professional challenge and a rewarding place to call home for your contract.

Job Details

• Specialty: PCU / Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit
• Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
• Shift: 12-hour nights
• Estimated Hours: 36 hours per week
• Duration: 13-week travel assignment
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020 - $2,130
• Schedule Expectations: Every other weekend and holiday
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients with progressive care needs
• Work Setting: Inpatient progressive care / stepdown unit
• Location: Petersburg, Virginia 23805

Job Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice or compact licensure eligibility
• At least 2 years of recent RN experience required
• Prior acute care hospital experience strongly preferred
• BLS and ACLS required
• NIHSS certification required
• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation required
• Strong critical thinking skills and ability to recognize early signs of patient deterioration
• Experience with cardiac drips, hemodynamic monitoring, and advanced respiratory support preferred
• Ability to float to Med/Surg and Telemetry units as needed
• Comfort working in a high-acuity progressive care environment with changing priorities

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care using the nursing process from assessment through evaluation
• Monitor and respond to changes in patient condition with sound clinical judgment
• Administer medications safely and in accordance with policies and best practices
• Manage patients with complex medical needs, including CHF, COPD, sepsis, GI bleeds, STEMI, respiratory failure, and more
• Interpret telemetry rhythms and collaborate with the care team on timely interventions
• Provide patient and family education to support understanding and recovery
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team members to promote safe, efficient outcomes
• Support patient safety, quality improvement, and evidence-based practice
• Float to Med/Surg and Telemetry units as staffing needs require
• Maintain a calm, professional presence in a fast-paced progressive care setting

Location Highlights

• Petersburg offers a friendly community atmosphere with a rich sense of history and local character
• Convenient access to the greater Richmond area makes it easy to enjoy nearby dining, entertainment, and city amenities
• The area provides a balanced setting for travel nurses who want a supportive community with urban convenience close by

Apply now for this travel PCU Registered Nurse job in Petersburg, Virginia, and join a healthcare team that values your skills, adaptability, and compassion.

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.