Progressive Care Unit RN
Chattanooga, TN
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,739/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join a dynamic Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in Chattanooga, TN, and put your cardiac, telemetry, and intermediate-care nursing skills to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This travel Registered Nurse opportunity offers the chance to care for a diverse patient population while using modern charting tools, strong clinical support, and collaborative care team resources. Chattanooga is known for its scenic riverfront, outdoor adventure, and vibrant downtown—making this an ideal Tennessee nursing job for your next travel assignment.
Job Details
- Position: Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN)
- Location: Chattanooga, TN 37404
- Setting: Progressive Care Unit / Step-Down Unit
- Schedule: 12-hour day shifts
- Hours: 36 hours per week
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,550 - $1,630
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Unit Size: 29 beds
- Patient Ratio: 4:1
- Schedule Highlights: Self-scheduling available within reason, with schedules finalized in advance
- Technology: Meditech and mobile device support for charting and communication
Job Requirements
- Active RN license
- At least 1 year of PCU, telemetry, cardiac, or critical care nursing experience required
- BLS and ACLS required
- Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring skills
- Ability to manage complex intermediate-acuity and step-down patients
- Experience with IV insertion, EKGs, Foley management, chest tube care, CVC management, and tracheostomy care preferred
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare environment
- Travel RN experience is a plus
Responsibilities
- Provide safe, compassionate care to medical, cardiac, and surgical PCU patients
- Monitor and manage patients with conditions such as sepsis, stroke, MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, respiratory failure, GI bleed, and post-operative cardiac cases
- Perform frequent head-to-toe assessments and document findings accurately
- Titrate and manage common PCU drips as ordered, including cardiac and vasoactive medications
- Support procedures such as IV insertion, wound care, DHT/NG placement, Foley placement, patient ambulation, and early mobility
- Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team to promote high-quality patient outcomes
- Float as needed according to unit policy
- Maintain a professional, team-focused approach while delivering excellent bedside nursing care
Apply now to join this Chattanooga healthcare travel assignment and bring your PCU nursing expertise to a supportive clinical team!
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 Chattanooga, TN
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Chattanooga, TN here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Chattanooga is lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to live in.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.
- Chattanooga experiences average summer highs of around 89°F and winter lows of around 30°F, offering a mix of warm and cool seasons for outdoor activities.
- Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Chattanooga, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's popularity among tourists and visitors.
- Chattanooga is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
- Public transportation options include CARTA buses and a free electric shuttle service in the downtown area.
- Chattanooga has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the region's flora and fauna.
- The city also has a notable population of travel nurses due to its healthcare facilities.
- Chattanooga offers a variety of activities including diverse restaurants, art institutions, music venues, and sports facilities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can explore Lookout Mountain, Ruby Falls, Rock City, and enjoy the waterfront and the Tennessee Aquarium.
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