GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Denton, Texas.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse Job – Denton, Texas

Advance your nursing career as a Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse in Denton, TX (zip code 76210). This high-demand nursing job places you in a Level 2 trauma center known for its collaborative healthcare team, state-of-the-art technology, and patient-centered approach. Denton offers a vibrant Texas community with excellent amenities and proximity to Dallas-Fort Worth, making it a top destination for travel nurses seeking rewarding healthcare jobs in North Texas.

PCU RN Job Details

• Location: Denton, Texas 76210
• Healthcare Setting: Surgical Trauma Stepdown (PCU), Level 2 Trauma Center
• Assignment Type: Travel Nursing Assignment
• Start Date: September 29, 2025
• End Date: December 29, 2025
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (12-hour night shifts)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Unit Size: 25 beds, 5th floor, Main Building
• Patient Ratio: 1:4 (max 1:5 for stepdown)
• EMR System: Meditech
• Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1360-$1460

PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas or compact state
• At least 1 year of recent Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or stepdown RN experience
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
• Strong clinical skills and excellent communication abilities
• Preferred: Trauma or Orthopedic nursing experience; Meditech EMR proficiency
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, high-acuity healthcare environment

PCU RN Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care to patients requiring acute surgical, trauma, and post-operative interventions
• Monitor and assess patients with trauma, cardiac, neurological, and surgical conditions
• Administer and titrate IV drips (Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, etc.)
• Perform frequent patient assessments and monitor vital signs every 4 hours
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes
• Float as needed to other stepdown units, including Heart and Vascular Unit
• Utilize Meditech EMR for accurate documentation and care coordination
• Maintain telemetry monitoring and adhere to all unit policies and clinical guidelines

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel PCU Registered Nurse in Denton, Texas, and experience one of the best travel nursing jobs in North Texas!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

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. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #424120. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PCU

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