Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Ithaca, New York.

• Specialty:
  PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

PCU Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Ithaca, NY

Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse with a 13-week travel assignment in Ithaca, NY. Join a top healthcare team in the Prep & Recovery Unit at a leading medical center, providing critical clinical support and patient care. This is an excellent opportunity for travel nurses seeking New York healthcare jobs in a vibrant community near the Finger Lakes.

• Location: Ithaca, NY 14850 (New York nursing jobs)
• Assignment Length: 13 weeks (March 3, 2025 – June 2, 2025)
• Healthcare Setting: Prep & Recovery Unit (PCU)
• Shift: Day shift – 4x10 hour shifts per week (must be 4x10s; 3x12s not accepted)
• Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,140 - $2,300
• On-Call Requirement: Includes 1 weekend day (24-hour call) in a 6-week rotation, plus weekday call
• Employment Type: Travel RN, W2

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (New York State or compact state)
• Minimum 1 year of recent PCU, Progressive Care, or acute care nursing experience
• BLS certification required
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
• Ability to work scheduled on-call shifts

• Deliver high-quality patient care in the Prep & Recovery Unit (PCU)
• Monitor, assess, and respond to changes in patient conditions
• Administer medications and prescribed treatments
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes
• Educate patients and families on care plans and recovery processes
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
• Participate in required on-call rotation

Discover the beauty of Ithaca, NY—famous for its scenic gorges, arts scene, and welcoming community. Take your next step in travel nursing and enjoy rewarding healthcare work in one of New York's most desirable locations. Apply now to join our healthcare team and make a difference as a PCU Registered Nurse!

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit.

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Planet Healthcare Job . Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PCU

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• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus