Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Norfolk, VA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,394/weekOverview
- Start Date11/02/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a dynamic Progressive Care Unit (PCU) team in Norfolk, Virginia, and advance your travel nursing career in a fast-paced, patient-focused acute care setting.
Located in a lively coastal city known for waterfront views, arts, and convenient access to urban amenities and outdoor recreation, this 13-week travel RN assignment is ideal for an experienced Registered Nurse who thrives in step-down and progressive care environments.
Job Details
- Position: PCU Registered Nurse (RN)
- Employment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
- Location: Norfolk, VA 23507
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour nights
- Shifts per Week: 3
- Hours per Week: 36
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130 - $2,250
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
Job Requirements
- Active RN license in good standing
- Minimum 1 year of recent PCU, step-down, or progressive care unit experience required
- Strong clinical judgment and ability to care for a high-acuity patient population
- Comfort working night shifts in a collaborative acute care hospital environment
- Excellent communication, prioritization, and patient assessment skills
- Experience with telemetry or medical-surgical nursing a plus
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care to PCU patients with a variety of medical and surgical needs
- Monitor patient status, interpret changes, and respond appropriately to evolving clinical conditions
- Administer medications, treatments, and nursing interventions in accordance with care plans
- Collaborate closely with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support positive outcomes
- Document care accurately and maintain a safe, organized, and patient-centered environment
- Deliver high-quality bedside care while supporting patient safety and continuity of care
Apply now to join this exciting Norfolk, Virginia nursing job and take the next step in your travel RN career.
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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About Norfolk, VA
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Norfolk, VA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Norfolk is slightly lower than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, making it an affordable place to live.
- Average summer highs are around 87°F, and winter lows are around 32°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Norfolk, with options available in various neighborhoods to suit different preferences.
- Norfolk is fairly car-friendly, but it also has public transportation options including buses and light rail for convenient commuting.
- Norfolk is a diverse city with a wide range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include allergies and asthma due to the region's pollen levels.
- There is a large population of travel nurses due to the presence of Naval Station Norfolk.
- Norfolk offers a vibrant dining scene, with a variety of restaurants offering diverse cuisines.
- The city has a rich arts and music scene, with numerous galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy various water activities due to its coastal location, and there are also opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
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