Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

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

• Specialty:
  PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Title: RN PCU
Location:
Auburn, NY 13021
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: Day 3x12-Hour (07:00 - 19:30)

Requirements:

2+ Yrs. of exp.

ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Required.

Allscripts Required.

Description:

Step-Down RN - 2+ years of RECENT Step-Down experience

36 hrs guaranteed
EOW & EOH
No blocked scheduling
Local candidates accepted (lower  )
Ratio: 1:4-5

Medication System
Pyxis

Unit / Patient Population
Diagnoses
Congestive Heart Failure (CHF)
S/P heart catheterization
S/P vascular procedures
Respiratory failure (BiPAP / CPAP / Vapotherm)
Cardiac dysrhythmias

Unit Procedures / Expectations
Post-heart cath care
TR bands
Post-vascular procedure monitoring
Frequent VS and neurovascular checks

Certifications Required
BLS
ACLS
NIHSS

Required Skills
Cardiac / Emergency
Cardiac monitoring
Dysrhythmia interpretation
Dysrhythmia management
12-lead EKG/ECG
IV / Vascular
IV start and maintenance
PICC line management
Blood product administration
Medications
Emergency medications
Procedural sedation administration/monitoring
Cardiac drip titration
Neurological
CVA / Acute Stroke management
Respiratory / Thoracic
BiPAP / CPAP management
Assist with chest tube insertion/removal

Professional Skills
Infection prevention
Isolation precautions / PPE
Phlebotomy

Please note if your traveler lives within 50 miles of facility, the bill rate is $15 less than the travel rate.

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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.

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