Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,815 per week

About the role

TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position in Burlington, Vermont. This is a 16‑week travel assignment with 36 hours per week on 12‑hour rotating shifts. The PCU cares for patients who require close monitoring and frequent assessment but are not unstable enough for ICU care. RNs utilize computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information, detect changes, and intervene in life‑threatening situations. Close observation is essential as many patients receive complex medications, often via intravenous lines that may need titration. The unit may also be referred to as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown, or ER holding. Job ID #1526020.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic bedside care and stabilize critical cardiac patients.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs.
• Prepare, administer, and record prescribed medications; report any adverse reactions.
• Monitor and adjust specialized equipment; interpret and record electronic displays.
• Initiate corrective action when monitoring equipment indicates adverse symptomatology.
• Stand and walk for long periods; bend, lean, and stoop without difficulty.
• Lift up to 20 pounds routinely; move or lift patients up to 50 pounds when required.
• Cope effectively with stress in a fast‑paced environment and relate to people of all ages and backgrounds.

Requirements

• ACLS certification
• BLS certification
• 2 years of recent acute care experience (1–2 years accepted)
• Additional certifications may be required before beginning 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

Schedule

36 hours per week, 12‑hour rotating shifts, 16‑week duration.