Travel Contract

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

$2,394/week
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Overview

  • Start Date11/02/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,394/week

Description

PCU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Charlottesville, Virginia

Join a high-acuity Progressive Care Unit (PCU) team in Charlottesville, Virginia, as a travel Registered Nurse providing specialized care to intermediate-care and medical-surgical patients. This on-site travel nursing job is ideal for a confident RN who enjoys close patient monitoring, complex clinical care, and collaboration in a hospital environment. Charlottesville offers a vibrant blend of historic charm, cultural attractions, and easy access to the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains.

Travel Nursing Job Details

  • Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
  • Unit: Mixed Intermediate Care and Medical-Surgical unit
  • Location: Charlottesville, Virginia
  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,130–$2,250
  • Shift: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.
  • Shifts per Week: 3
  • Hours per Week: 36
  • Start Date: November 2, 2026
  • Contract Duration: 13 weeks, ending February 1, 2027
  • Work Arrangement: On-site

PCU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Virginia
  • At least 1 year of professional RN experience
  • Progressive Care Unit, Intermediate Care, or high-acuity Medical-Surgical nursing experience preferred
  • Ability to safely care for both intermediate-care and medical-surgical patients
  • Strong patient assessment, prioritization, clinical judgment, and communication skills
  • Ability to work three 12-hour night shifts per week

Progressive Care Unit RN Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients with a range of medical and intermediate-care needs
  • Perform ongoing patient assessments, identify changes in condition, and escalate concerns promptly
  • Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately
  • Monitor cardiac, respiratory, and other relevant clinical status according to patient acuity
  • Collaborate with providers and the interdisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans
  • Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and discharge planning
  • Maintain accurate, timely nursing documentation in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards
  • Promote patient safety, comfort, dignity, and continuity of care throughout each shift

Apply now for this PCU travel nursing opportunity in Charlottesville, Virginia, and join a collaborative healthcare team!

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #524638. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PCU

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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About Charlottesville, VA

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Charlottesville, VA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Charlottesville is slightly higher than the national average.
  • Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs range from 85-88°F, and winter lows range from 24-27°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Charlottesville, and they can be found with some ease, especially in the downtown area.
Transportation
  • Charlottesville is car-friendly, but public transportation options are somewhat limited.
Demographics
  • Charlottesville has a diverse population with a mix of age ranges.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the surrounding natural environment.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Charlottesville offers a variety of activities including trendy coffee shops, outdoor eateries, indie music concerts, hiking trails in Shenandoah National Park, and exploring the historical sites related to Thomas Jefferson's legacy.
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