Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,262 per week

First Connect Health

  • Meriden, CT
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  • $2,262 Per Week
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Skills

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)unmatched
  • Advanced Life Support (ALS)unmatched
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)unmatched
  • Cardiovascularunmatched
  • Cerebral Vascular Accidentunmatched
  • Healthcareunmatched
  • National Institutes of Health (NIH)unmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Network Operations Centerunmatched
  • Nursingunmatched
  • Patient Careunmatched
  • Progressive Care Unit (PCU)unmatched
  • Recruiting/Staffing Agencyunmatched
  • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Standards of Careunmatched
  • Telemetryunmatched
  • The Joint Commission (TJC)unmatched
  • Time Managementunmatched

Description

First Connect Health is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Meriden, Connecticut.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 08/31/2026
  • Duration: 12 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Progressive Care Unit (PCU / Stepdown) Registered Nurse – Night (NOC) Shift

  • Schedule: Night (NOC) Shift | 3x12-Hour Shifts | 19:00 – 07:00 | 36 Hours Guaranteed Per Week
  • On-Call Protocol: No on-call duties required (NO ON-CALL).

     

Submission Hardstops [STRICT & NON-NEGOTIABLE]

  • Experience Baseline [HARDSTOP]: Minimum 2+ years of dedicated, full-time PCU / Stepdown clinical RN experience.
    • Strict Exclusion [HARDSTOP]: Floating to PCU, or straight Telemetry/Med-Surg experience does NOT count. Candidates must have primary, full-time staff or assignment experience in a dedicated Progressive Care / Stepdown Unit.
  • Submission Packet Requirement [HARDSTOP]: A completed PCU Skills Checklist must be included with the candidate's standard submission packet.
  • EMR Mandate [HARDSTOP]: Direct clinical charting experience in Epic EMR.
  • Licensure & Certifications [IN-HAND AT SUBMISSION]:
    • Active Connecticut State RN License or active eNLC Multistate Compact RN License.
    • Active AHA BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
    • Active AHA ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification.
    • Active NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale) certification.

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health, we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency, headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

  • Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
  • Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
  • Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
  • Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

  • Sick pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Referral bonus

Numbers & Facts

LocationMeriden, CT

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