Travel PCU RN - $2,877 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position in Kearney, Nebraska. The assignment lasts 13 weeks with 48 hours per week on 12‑hour night shifts. The role is for an immediate travel nurse opening. PCU RNs care for patients who need close monitoring and frequent assessment but are not unstable enough for ICU care. They use computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital signs, detect changes, and enable intervention for life‑threatening situations. Close observation is essential because many PCU patients receive complex medications, sometimes via intravenous lines that require adjustment or titration. The PCU RN is also known as a step‑down nurse, and the unit may be referred to as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown, or ER holding. TotalMed RN is a Top Ten travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency that places clinicians nationwide to ensure adequate staffing and better patient experiences.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic bedside care and stabilize critical cardiac patients.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs.
• Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medication; report any adverse reactions.
• Monitor and adjust specialized patient equipment; interpret and record electronic displays.
• Initiate corrective action when monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology.

Requirements

• ACLS certification.
• BLS certification.
• NIH certification.
• Minimum 2 years of recent acute care experience (1‑2 years preferred).
• Additional certifications may be required before starting the assignment.

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

Pay

Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with a tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.

Schedule

12‑hour night shifts, 48 hours per week.