RN-PCU

Talented Medical Solutions; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Talented Medical Solutions seeks an experienced RN to join a 13-week Travel RN assignment in Tucson, AZ. The role covers PCU and float support to Med/Surg, caring for a diverse patient population with varying acuity. You will collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, evidence-based care.

Requirements include current RN license, PCU/Med-Surg experience, and BLS/ACLS. The position requires 36 hours per week with start ASAP and is hospital-based in a dynamic care

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Arizona or eligibility.
• Experience in PCU, Progressive Care, or Med/Surg.
• Ability to float between PCU and Med/Surg.
• Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to manage multiple patients in a fast-paced hospital.
• Current BLS and ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate nursing care in PCU and Med/Surg settings.
• Assess patients, monitor conditions, and implement interventions.
• Care for patients with varying acuity and diagnoses.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments safely.
• Monitor vitals, rhythms, labs, and clinical indicators.
• Communicate changes to physicians and care team promptly.
• Develop and evaluate individualized care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and case managers.
• Educate patients and families on medications and discharge plans.
• Document accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Follow hospital policies, infection control, and safety guidelines.
• Float between PCU and Med/Surg as needed.
• Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism across units.

Skills

RN license

PCU experience

Med-Surg experience

ACLS

BLS

Critical thinking

Job description

Travel RN - PCU

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in Tucson, Arizona for a 13-week contract assignment. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic Progressive Care Unit (PCU) environment while also supporting Med/Surg units as part of the float team. As a PCU/Med-Surg Float RN, you will care for a diverse patient population, manage patients with varying levels of acuity, and collaborate closely with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams. This is an excellent opportunity for a flexible and adaptable nurse who enjoys working across different units while expanding their clinical experience.

Location

Tucson, Arizona

Facility

Hospital Setting

Contract

13 Weeks

Hours

36 Hours/Week

Start Date

ASAP

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to patients in the PCU and Med/Surg settings.
• Assess patients, monitor changes in condition, and implement appropriate nursing interventions.
• Care for patients with a variety of medical and surgical diagnoses and varying levels of acuity.
• Administer medications, IV therapies, treatments, and other prescribed interventions safely.
• Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, laboratory results, and other clinical indicators as appropriate.
• Recognize and promptly communicate changes in patient condition to physicians and other members of the healthcare team.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes.
• Provide patient and family education regarding medications, treatment plans, disease management, and discharge instructions.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record.
• Follow hospital policies, nursing standards, infection-control procedures, and patient-safety guidelines.
• Float between PCU and Med/Surg units based on staffing and patient-care needs.
• Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism when adapting to different units, patient populations, and workflows.
• Support a positive, team-oriented environment and advocate for patient needs.

Requirements

• Current and active Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Previous experience in PCU, Progressive Care, Med/Surg, or a similar acute-care setting.
• Experience caring for patients with varying levels of acuity.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to safely manage multiple patients in a fast-paced hospital environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Comfortable floating between PCU and Med/Surg assignments as needed.
• Current BLS, ACLS certification required.