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 Concord, New Hampshire.

• Specialty:
  PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/23/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

RN – Progressive Care (PCU/Stepdown)

Location: Concord, NH

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks (03/23/2026 – 06/20/2026)

Shift: 12-Hour Nights | 36 Hours Guaranteed

A major regional medical center in New Hampshire's capital, is seeking a high-performing Progressive Care RN for their 3 East/PCU unit. This role is designed for a nurse who excels in the "middle ground" of acuity—managing patients who are too stable for the ICU but require more frequent monitoring and intervention than a standard Med/Surg floor. You will care for patients with cardiac, respiratory, and neurological complexities, requiring sharp assessment skills and rapid intervention capabilities.

• High-Acuity Monitoring: Manage patients requiring continuous telemetry, pulse oximetry, and frequent vital sign assessments.
• Vasoactive Drips: Titrate and monitor stable infusions (such as Cardizem, Amiodarone, or Heparin) per facility protocol.
• Respiratory Support: Care for patients on BiPAP/CPAP or high-flow nasal cannula, monitoring for signs of respiratory distress.
• Post-Procedural Recovery: Manage patients recovering from cardiac catheterization, stent placement, or other invasive vascular procedures.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with hospitalists and intensivists to coordinate care plans and facilitate transitions to lower levels of care.

• Experience: Minimum 2+ years of PCU/Stepdown experience. Proven travel experience must be documented on your resume.
• Licensure: Active New Hampshire (NH) or Compact RN License is required at the time of submission.
• Certifications: * BLS (AHA) – Required.
  • ACLS (AHA) – Required.
• Documentation:
  
  Experience with Cerner EMR is preferred but not required.
• Floating: Must be willing to float to sister facilities in Laconia or Franklin, NH, if requested.

• Department: 3 East / PCU (614000).
• Location: 250 Pleasant Street, Concord, NH 03301.
• On-Call: No on-call requirement.
• Local Candidates: Accepted within 50 miles at a specific local rate.

On 3 East, you are the early warning system. Because PCU patients can decompensate quickly, your ability to interpret subtle changes in EKG rhythms or oxygen requirements is vital. You bridge the gap between intensive care and recovery, often serving as the primary educator for patients preparing to move toward discharge.

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Requirements & Qualifications:

- Experience:

Minimum 2+ years of PCU/Stepdown experience. Proven travel experience must be documented on your resume.

- Licensure:
Active New Hampshire (NH) or Compact RN License is required at the time of submission.

- Certifications:

* BLS (AHA) – Required.

ACLS (AHA) – Required.

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