Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Artesia, New Mexico.

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

PCU Registered Nurse (RN) – 12-Hour Nights | Travel Nurse | Artesia, NM (13-Week Contract)

Travel RN—PCU/Stepdown night shift in Artesia, NM. 13-week travel nursing contract for experienced Med/Surg/Telemetry RNs; 12-hour nights.

Location: Artesia, NM 88210 | Assignment Length: 13 weeks (March 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026) | Setting: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown – Acute Care

Advance your nursing career as a PCU Registered Nurse (RN) and travel nurse in southeastern New Mexico. Join a dedicated team for a 13-week travel assignment in a progressive care/stepdown unit. Artesia is a welcoming New Mexico community known for its friendly atmosphere, vibrant downtown, and access to the Pecos River Valley and outdoor recreation. Enjoy a supportive work environment and the charm of small-town living while delivering high-quality patient care.

• Position: PCU Registered Nurse (RN) / Stepdown Nurse / Telemetry RN (Travel Nurse)
• Location: Artesia, NM 88210 — New Mexico travel nursing job
• Assignment Type: Travel Contract (Travel RN)
• Unit: Inpatient PCU/Stepdown (26 beds) — progressive care / step-down unit
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7:00 PM – 7:00 AM)
• Hours: 36 hours per week (guaranteed)
• Duration: 13 weeks (March 1, 2026 – May 31, 2026)
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,930 – $2,030
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Holiday Requirement: May be asked to participate in holiday rotation
• Dress Code: Navy blue scrubs
• Charting / EHR: CPSI;
  Tru Bridge - Evident (electronic health record)
• Orientation: 1–2 days with a preceptor + required online modules (~20 hours)

• Experience: Minimum 3 years Med/Surg Telemetry RN experience required; PCU/Stepdown experience preferred
• License: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state requirements apply) — open to travel nurses licensed per state rules
• Certifications: AHA BLS and ACLS required
• Clinical Skills: Proficient in cardiac telemetry monitoring and rhythm interpretation (Mindray cardiac monitors), IV drip titration (insulin, amiodarone, Levophed/nor epinephrine), and airway/respiratory support (preferred)
• Other: At least 1 year of recent relevant clinical experience required; first-time travel nurses are welcome to apply

• Provide high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to patients in a 26-bed PCU/Stepdown acute care unit
• Perform comprehensive assessments, monitor for clinical changes, and intervene according to unit protocols
• Interpret telemetry rhythms and manage cardiac monitoring for telemetry and progressive care patients
• Administer and titrate IV drips per protocol (e.g., insulin, amiodarone, nor epinephrine/Levophed)
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members including physicians, nursing staff, 24/7 respiratory therapy, and care coordination teams
• Document care accurately and timely in the electronic health record (CPSI; Tru Bridge - Evident)
• Support patient and family education, discharge planning, and transitions of care
• Participate in department orientation and complete required modules prior to floor assignments

• Enjoy the warmth and hospitality of a close-knit New Mexico community
• Explore local shops, restaurants, and cultural attractions in Artesia's vibrant downtown
• Experience the beauty of the Pecos River Valley and nearby outdoor recreation
• Be part of a hospital team with advanced capabilities and a strong commitment to patient care

Apply today to bring your PCU, Med/Surg, and telemetry expertise to a supportive team in Artesia, NM. Join our healthcare team and grow your nursing career with this travel nursing job opportunity. Apply now to be considered for this PCU Registered Nurse (RN) – 12-hour nights travel assignment.

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