PCU RN
Derry, NH
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,268/weekOverview
- Start Date09/21/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel RN PCU job in Derry, NH: Join a dynamic Progressive Care Unit team and provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced, patient-centered hospital setting. This 13-week travel nursing opportunity offers a consistent night schedule, strong team collaboration, and valuable experience caring for a diverse patient population in southern New Hampshire. Derry provides easy access to scenic New England surroundings, local amenities, and nearby metropolitan areas.
Job Details
- Job Type: Travel Registered Nurse
- Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
- Location: Derry, New Hampshire
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020-$2,130
- Patient Ratio: 4:1
- Floating: May float to Med Surg, ICU for border patients, and the Emergency Department for holds
- Schedule Note: Every other weekend or equivalent based on staffing needs
Job Requirements
- Active RN license required at submission, including a valid New Hampshire RN license
- Compact RN license required at submission
- Minimum of 2 years of hospital PCU nursing experience required
- Strong dysrhythmia recognition and telemetry monitoring skills
- Critical drip experience required in a progressive care or acute care setting
- ACLS and BLS certifications required
- Additional required certification: NIAH
- Self-directed, confident, positive, and an effective team player
- Strong communication skills and the ability to stay composed in challenging situations
Responsibilities
- Deliver safe, high-quality nursing care to progressive care patients in a hospital PCU setting
- Monitor cardiac rhythms, recognize changes in patient condition, and respond quickly to clinical needs
- Manage patients requiring critical drips and close observation
- Collaborate with physicians, charge nurses, and interdisciplinary care teams to support patient stability and recovery
- Adapt to floating assignments as needed across Med Surg, ICU border patients, and ED holds
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and communicate clearly during handoffs and throughout the shift
- Provide compassionate care while working efficiently in a high-acuity travel nursing environment
Why You’ll Love This New Hampshire Travel Nursing Job
- Enjoy a welcoming southern New Hampshire community with a relaxed New England feel
- Easy access to outdoor recreation, local dining, and nearby city conveniences
- A great opportunity for registered nurses seeking travel RN jobs, PCU nursing jobs, and New Hampshire healthcare careers
Apply now to join this Travel Registered Nurse – PCU opportunity in Derry, New Hampshire!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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Pros
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Cons
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About Derry, NH
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Derry, NH here's what you should know:- Derry's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the main factor.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 80°F, and average lows in winter are around 15°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Derry, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Derry is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Derry has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Derry offers a variety of restaurants, including local New England cuisine.
- There are opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
- The town also has a rich history and local art scene.
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