Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Pittsburgh, PA
TNAA TotalMed RN
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,811/weekOverview
- Start Date07/13/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Sick pay
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Referral bonus
- Employee assistance programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Benefits start day 1
Qualifications
- Your "Profile Strength" must be at 100%
- Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing
Description
We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Pittsburgh, PA. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements.
As a PCU Travel Nurse, you will care for patients who require close monitoring and frequent assessment, but aren't unstable enough to need ICU care. Progressive Care Unit RNs will utilize computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information, detecting any changes and thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations. Close observation is necessary as many PCU patients receive a significant amount of complex medications, sometimes through an intravenous line that may need to be adjusted or titrated. The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding.
As a PCU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:
- Provide basic bedside care; stabilize critical cardiac patients.
- Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.
- Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.
- Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, and interpret and record electronic displays.
- Initiate corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology.
PCU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Because of the fast-paced environment, Progressive Care Unit RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.
Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, 2 Years
* Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.
Employer
TNAA TotalMed RN
18 nurses recommend working with TNAA TotalMed RN
Pros
Lake was very responsive to all my questions. She provided me with all the information I needed to secure the position in a timely manner, she prepared me for my interview regarding what to expect. She also provided me with a thorough breakdown of the compensation package and was very professional and relatable over the phone. It was a smooth process with Lake and I am grateful she is my recruiter.
Cons
I have no complaints.
Recommends working with TNAA TotalMed RN
TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.
About Pittsburgh, PA
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Pittsburgh, PA here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Pittsburgh 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 a good balance for residents.
- In the summer, average highs are around 80-85°F, and average lows are around 60-65°F.
- In the winter, average highs are around 35-40°F, and average lows are around 20-25°F.
- Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Pittsburgh, and they are relatively easy to find due to the city's diverse housing market.
- Pittsburgh is relatively car-friendly, with a well-connected road network.
- Public transportation is also available through the Port Authority of Allegheny County, offering bus and light rail services.
- Pittsburgh has a diverse population with a mix of ethnicities and age ranges.
- Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to industrial history.
- Pittsburgh has a large population of travel nurses due to its prominent healthcare sector.
- Pittsburgh offers a variety of activities including a vibrant restaurant scene with unique establishments like Meat & Potatoes, Butcher and the Rye, and Grit & Grace.
- The city also has a rich cultural scene with art museums, music venues, and sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy the city's parks and gardens, such as the Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens.
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