Travel PCU/Stepdown RN - $2,175 per week

Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit • Discipline: RN • Duration: 8 weeks • 36 hours per week • Shift: 12 hours, evenings • Employment Type: Travel

About the role

We are seeking a dedicated Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown Registered Nurse for an 8-week travel assignment at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Torrance, California. In this role, you will deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients with complex medical conditions, heart disorders, post-cardiac procedures, arrhythmias, and heart failure requiring continuous cardiac telemetry monitoring.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level nursing care and life-saving interventions for PCU/Stepdown patients ranging from initial assessment through end-of-life care.
• Monitor telemetry continuously and accurately interpret complex ECG rhythms.
• Execute intense clinical interventions for patients recovering from surgery or suffering from acute, life-threatening conditions.
• Maintain complete and accurate patient documentation in accordance with LA County DHS standards.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU / Stepdown / Telemetry experience in a Level I Trauma, metropolitan teaching facility serving a diverse patient population.
• Active California RN License in good standing.
• AHA BLS
• NIHSS Certification
• Management of Aggressive Behavior (MAB) or CPI
• LA City Fire and Life Safety Card (must be LA City certified)
• Must complete LA County Employee Health Clearance prior to start date.
• Must arrive in LA on Sunday prior to orientation to complete Live Scan fingerprinting at Harbor HR on Monday.
• Fully committed to completing the 8-week contract duration.

Pay

Weekly pay range: $2,012.34 – $2,367.46 per week (based on 12-hour shifts and 36 hours per week).

Schedule

• Shift: 3x12 evenings (36 hours/week)
• Assignment dates: 08/13/2026 – 10/10/2026 (8 weeks)

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare: medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage starting day one.
• Financial & retirement: weekly direct deposit and 401(k) retirement options.
• Telehealth & wellness: free 24/7 virtual telehealth services.
• Perks & support: pet insurance options via Trupanion and dedicated 24/7 support from a recruiter, HR, and payroll representative.