Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Abilene, TX
Slate Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,981/week

Overview

  • Start Date09/08/2026
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftNights
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$1,981/week

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.
Required
    Profile
  • Resume
    Work Experience
  • Progressive Care Nurse, Surgical Stepdown Nurse, Stepdown Nurse or Intermediate Care Nurse (2 years)
Other qualifications
    References
  • At least 2 references

Description

Description

In this role, as a Registered Nurse in the PCU, you will provide direct and individualized nursing care to patients, utilizing your expertise in the nursing process. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective patient care delivery, interact compassionately with patients and visitors, and maintain the highest standards of professional nursing. Your ability to handle a diverse range of medical conditions will be essential, as will your commitment to achieving desired patient outcomes.

Highlights
  • Competitive pay and supportive work environment
  • Located in the welcoming city of Abilene, TX
  • 3x12 night shifts for better work-life balance
Requirements
  • BLS Certification
  • RN License
  • EMR System experience preferred
  • NIHSS Certification
  • ACLS Certification
  • 2 years of experience in service line required
Slate Healthcare Job ID #1e7c8886-d952-49a4-b51f-dd9987235f86. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Employer

Slate Healthcare

4.3rating(21 reviews)

15 nurses recommend working with Slate Healthcare

5.0rating

Pros

I gave Akash a 5 star rating because he deserves it! He has been very helpful and supportive of me while I’m on my assignment. He has answered all of my questions and gave me information that was necessary for my assignment. I highly recommend him and Slate Healthcare.

Cons

None

Recommends working with Slate Healthcare

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DOU - Direct Observation Unit (RN)
Review of Akash Punnu on Aug 1, 2026
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About

Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.

We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.

At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.

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About Abilene, TX

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Abilene, TX here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Abilene is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for money.
Weather
  • Abilene experiences hot summers with average highs around 95°F and mild winters with average lows around 33°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals and furnished housing options are relatively easy to find in Abilene, providing convenience for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Abilene is car-friendly with well-maintained roads and highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around.
Demographics
  • Abilene has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions due to the dry climate.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of medical facilities and healthcare opportunities.
Things to Do
  • Abilene offers a variety of activities including dining at Tex-Mex and Texas-style BBQ restaurants, exploring historical sites like Frontier Texas and Buffalo Gap Historic Village, visiting the Abilene Zoo, playing golf at outstanding courses, and enjoying the outdoors at places like Fort Phantom Hill.
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