Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Winchester, MA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,772/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Join our healthcare team as a Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse in Winchester, Massachusetts. This 8-week night-shift nursing contract offers experienced acute-care and telemetry RNs the opportunity to care for higher-acuity cardiac and medical-surgical patients in a supportive, telemetry-focused environment. Work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team while enjoying Winchester’s historic community just outside Boston, with convenient access to cultural attractions, dining, shopping, and scenic outdoor spaces.
Travel Nursing Job Details
- Job Title: Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN)
- Location: Winchester, Massachusetts, near Boston
- Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Cardiac Telemetry
- Assignment Type: Travel nursing contract
- Openings: 1
- Start Date: October 19, 2026
- End Date: December 12, 2026
- Contract Duration: 8 weeks
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,470–$2,600
- Schedule: 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend; night-shift weekends include Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
- Patient Ratios: Approximately 1:3–5
- Orientation: Day-one pass/fail competency testing is required
PCU Registered Nurse Job Requirements
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Massachusetts
- At least 1 year of recent acute-care, progressive care, or cardiac telemetry nursing experience
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from the American Heart Association preferred
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification preferred
- Recent Epic electronic health record (EHR) experience required
- Demonstrated ability to safely titrate vasopressors
- Level I trauma experience preferred and required for applicants without previous travel nursing experience
- Ability to successfully complete required day-one competency testing
- Flexibility to float in four-hour blocks to support ED holds, inpatient holds, PACU, and other boarding units when needed
Progressive Care RN Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to cardiac telemetry and progressive care patients with varying levels of acuity
- Monitor cardiac rhythms, vital signs, neurological status, and other indicators of clinical change
- Administer medications and therapies safely, including titration of vasopressors according to established protocols
- Recognize changes in patient condition and communicate promptly with providers and the interdisciplinary care team
- Manage patient assignments with typical ratios of 1:3–5 while maintaining safe, compassionate, evidence-based care
- Document assessments, interventions, and patient outcomes accurately in Epic
- Collaborate with patients and families to support education, recovery, and discharge planning
- Float to designated areas in four-hour blocks as needed to support patient flow and continuity of care
Apply now for this Travel PCU Registered Nurse opportunity in Winchester, Massachusetts, and join a dedicated cardiac telemetry nursing team near Boston.
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.
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About Winchester, MA
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Winchester, MA here's what you should know:- Winchester, MA has a cost of living higher than the national average, with housing costs being the primary contributor.
- Wages are generally higher to match the increased cost of living.
- Average summer highs in Winchester, MA are around 80°F, while winter lows can drop to around 20°F.
- Short term rentals can be found in Winchester, MA, but availability may vary depending on the season.
- It's advisable to start the search early.
- Winchester, MA is car-friendly, with good road infrastructure.
- Public transportation options include bus services connecting to nearby cities.
- Winchester, MA has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to seasonal changes.
- There is a notable population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses.
- Winchester, MA offers a variety of restaurants featuring diverse cuisines, as well as art galleries and music venues.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks and recreational activities, while sports fans can attend local games and events.
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