Travel Registered Nurse PCU Job

HealthForce Healthcare; Burlington (MA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24/7 recruiter and travel support

Relias onboarding and day‑1 testing

On‑site credentialing and onboarding

Dedicated support throughout the tour

Job summary

HealthForce Healthcare seeks an experienced Registered Nurse to cover a PCU travel assignment in Burlington, MA. The role runs 26 weeks with 12-hour night shifts and guaranteed patient care in a busy hospital setting.

You will assess patients, titrate vasopressors, manage IVs, and document care in the EMR while floating to related units as needed. Onboarding and Relias testing are part of the process.

Qualifications

• Active RN license in Massachusetts required
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required; ACLS preferred; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 1 year RN experience in PCU or acute/step-down care
• Epic experience required
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts; ability to float to related units

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct, patient-centered nursing care to PCU patients during night shifts, including assessment, vital signs, and documentation
• Titrate vasopressors and administer IV meds and fluids per physician orders; manage IV access
• Monitor hemodynamics, interpret clinical data, and respond to changes in patient condition
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams; participate in handoffs and standby coverage in float blocks
• Document care in EMR with accuracy; follow unit protocols and safety standards
• Complete onboarding requirements, Relias testing and day‑1 testing at the facility

Job description

Registered Nurse – PCU travel assignment in Burlington, Massachusetts. Start date: January 2, 2027. Duration: 26 weeks. Shift: 12-hour night shifts (3x12). Weekly pay range: $2,743–$2,822 per week. Guaranteed hours: 72 hours biweekly (these guaranteed hours do not include on-call time). This travel assignment takes place in a hospital setting on the Progressive Care Unit, with responsibilities that may include floating to related units as needed.

Key Highlights

• Weekly pay: $2,743–$2,822 per week
• Guaranteed hours: 72 hours biweekly (on-call not included)
• Contract duration: 26 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour Night shifts (3x12)
• Start date: 01/02/2027
• Location: Burlington, MA

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct, patient-centered nursing care to PCU patients during night shifts, including ongoing assessment, vital signs, and documentation
• Titrate vasopressors and administer IV medications and fluids per physician orders; manage IV access and lines
• Monitor hemodynamics, interpret clinical data, and respond promptly to changes in patient condition; elevate concerns per protocol
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams; participate in handoffs and standby coverage for holds in ED, inpatient holds, PACU, and other boarding units as needed, in 4-hour float blocks
• Document care in the electronic medical record with accuracy and timeliness; follow unit protocols and safety standards
• Complete onboarding requirements, including Relias testing during onboarding and day‑1 testing at the facility

Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse license in Massachusetts (or eligible for practice in the state)
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required; ACLS for Healthcare Providers preferred; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience in PCU or acute/step‑down care; Level 1 trauma experience is preferred and will be required if no prior travel experience
• Epic experience required
• Ability to work 12-hour night shifts; must be able to work every other weekend (days: Saturday–Sunday; nights: Friday–Sunday) and float to specified units as needed
• Ability to titrate vasopressors and manage critical care tasks in a fast‑paced environment
• Relias onboarding testing and day‑1 testing at the facility will be required

Benefits and Support

• 24/7 recruiter and travel support
• Extension opportunities
• Relias onboarding and day‑1 testing support
• On‑site credentialing and onboarding assistance
• Dedicated support throughout the assignment

PAY DISCLAIMER

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.