PCU Registered Nurse
Greeley, Colorado
UCHealth Greeley Hospital

Registered Nurse – PCU (Progressive Care Unit)

Location: Greeley, Colorado
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Shift: Night (3 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

• Work in a Med Surg PCU with a mixed patient population including cardiac, minor trauma, respiratory, and mildly unstable hemodynamic patients.
• All patient rooms are negative pressure capable and equipped with ceiling lifts.
• Floating within scope to sister units in the region may be required; advance notice will be provided.
• Weekend shifts are required as per unit needs.
• Return to Office (RTO) days limited to 10 maximum; no RTO allowed during specified blackout periods in 2026.

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license in Colorado
• Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, with PCU experience within the last year required
• Intensive Care Unit (ICU) experience preferred
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Additional Information

• First-time travel nurses are accepted if they meet the experience requirement.
• No on-call duties required.
• Local candidates residing within 75 miles of the facility may have a local rate (not included here).

Summary

This is a night shift travel RN position in a Progressive Care Unit in Colorado requiring at least 2 years of critical care experience, current Colorado RN licensure, and specific certifications including BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Certification. The role involves caring for a diverse patient population with cardiac, trauma, respiratory, and hemodynamic needs, with some floating to sister units as needed. Compliance with extensive background checks, immunizations, competency exams, and health screenings is mandatory. Weekend work is required. First-time travelers with appropriate experience are welcome.