Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $2,221 per week

ARMStaffing; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Travel Pay

Tax-free housing & meal stipends

Full medical, dental & vision insurance plans

Job summary

ARMStaffing is seeking a Travel Nurse RN for the Progressive Care Unit in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. This role involves caring for critically ill patients, monitoring telemetry, administering complex medications, and collaborating with physicians to ensure effective treatment.

The ideal candidate should have an active RN license, BLS and ACLS certifications, and experience in PCU or Telemetry. The position offers top travel pay, tax-free housing, and comprehensive insurance plans.

Qualifications

• Active RN license is preferred, with Compact license being a plus.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of recent PCU, Stepdown, or Telemetry experience.
• Experience with ventilator and drip management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patients with high acuity needs.
• Interpret and respond to cardiac telemetry and vital signs.
• Document interventions and patient progress accurately.

Skills

Cardiac rhythm interpretation

Critical thinking skills

Telemetry management

Education

Active RN license

BLS and ACLS certifications

Job description

Travel Nurse RN – Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (Nationwide opportunities available)

• Specialty: PCU – Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours per week: 36 hours
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel
• Assignment Type: Travel Contract / Local Contract
• Agency: ARMStaffing

Role Description

As a PCU/Stepdown RN, you will care for patients who are critically ill but stable enough to leave the ICU. You’ll monitor telemetry, administer complex medications, and respond quickly to changes in patient condition—all while playing a key role in patient recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess patients with high acuity needs
• Interpret and respond to cardiac telemetry and vital signs
• Administer medications, manage IV drips, and maintain care plans
• Collaborate with physicians and care teams to ensure safe, effective treatment
• Document interventions and patient progress accurately and promptly

Requirements

• Active RN license (Compact license preferred)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1–2 years of recent PCU, Stepdown, or Telemetry experience
• Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation and critical thinking skills
• Experience with ventilator and drip management preferred

Benefits

• Top Travel Pay + Tax‑free housing & meal stipends
• Weekly direct deposit
• Private housing or housing allowance options
• Credentialing & licensing reimbursement support
• 24/7 dedicated recruiter access
• Full medical, dental & vision insurance plans

Take your progressive care skills on the road and make a real difference. Apply today to start your next travel assignment with ARMStaffing.

Job ID #37244442. Pay package is based on 12‑hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax‑free stipend amount to be determined.