Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job

Healthforce

Burlington, VT

JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Burlington, VT
POSTED
12 days ago
Overview
Registered Nurse - PCU
Burlington, Vermont, United States
Start date: May 14, 2026
Duration: 4 weeks
Weekly pay: 2,270 to 2,307 USD per week
Guaranteed hours: 0.0 per week
Shift: 3x12 Nights
Setting: Travel assignment in a hospital environment

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,270–$2,307 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0.0 per week
- Contract duration: 4 weeks
- Shift: 3x12 nights
- Start date: May 14, 2026
- Work setting: Travel assignment in a hospital

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to PCU patients with cardiac and post-operative needs in a hospital setting, including continuous telemetry monitoring.
- Assess, monitor, and respond to vital signs and hemodynamics; administer medications and therapies per physician orders; manage common cardiac events per ACLS.
- Deliver post-operative Day 1 care for cardiothoracic patients (open or closed heart surgery procedures), including chest tube management, pain control, and early mobility.
- Collaborate with physicians, case managers, wound/OST teams, and family members; document comprehensive care plans and daily progress in Epic EMR.
- Maintain patient safety and infection control standards; participate in rounding, discharge planning, and education as appropriate.
- Be willing to float to like units as needed to support unit staffing and patient needs.

Requirements
- Active registered nurse license on file at time of submission.
- Minimum 2 years of nursing experience; at least 1 year in a PCU or similar unit.
- Cardiac/CT/vascular experience required; post-operative Day 1 care for open or closed heart procedures preferred.
- Epic EMR experience within the past 2 years is required.
- Certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required; NIHSS must be completed prior to start.
- PCCN is preferred.
- Large trauma Level 1 experience within the last year is required.
- Ability to work in a hospital setting with a Monday–Sunday schedule; willingness to float to like units as needed.

Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated assignment support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and onboarding assistance
- Potential extension opportunities based on unit needs and performance

Find more opportunities
Find additional openings available at Healthforce Healthcare LLC: https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

  • Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
  • Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
  • Local contract and per diem opportunities
  • Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

  • Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
  • Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
  • Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
  • 24/7 support while you are on assignment
  • Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

  • Quick submissions to open jobs
  • Access to multiple job options at once
  • Flexible assignment locations
  • Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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