Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,646 per week at GHR Healthcare - Travel Division summary:
This position is for a Travel Registered Nurse (RN) specializing in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) on a 13-week contract in Herrin, Illinois. The role involves providing high-quality patient care, collaborating with a multidisciplinary healthcare team, and maintaining accurate medical records during 12-hour night shifts. The job requires an active RN license, CPR/BLS certification, and at least one year of recent PCU or acute care experience.
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Herrin, Illinois.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit

• Discipline: RN

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Start Date:

ASAP

• Duration: 13 weeks

• 36 hours per week

• Shift: 12 hours

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Employment Type:

Travel
PCU Registered Nurse (Travel RN) – Night Shift – Progressive Care Unit Job in Herrin, Illinois
Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel assignment in Herrin, Illinois (zip code. Join a leading healthcare team and provide high-quality patient care in a supportive clinical environment. This travel nursing job offers the chance to work in southern Illinois, known for its welcoming community, affordable living, and access to beautiful parks and outdoor recreation.

Explore rewarding Illinois nursing jobs and make a difference in Herrin!
PCU Registered Nurse Job Details

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Job Title:

PCU Registered Nurse (Travel RN)

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Location:

Herrin, IL Southern Illinois)

• Assignment Type:
Travel Nursing, On-Site

• Unit:
Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

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Start Date:

October 24, 2025

• End Date:
January 23, 2026

• Contract Duration: 13 weeks

• Shift: 12-hour night shifts

• Hours per Week: 36 guaranteed hours

• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,990–$2,130

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Employment Type:

W2
PCU RN Qualifications

• Active Illinois Registered Nurse (RN) license required

• Current CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association preferred)

• Minimum 1 year of recent experience in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU), step-down, or acute care setting

• Strong clinical judgment and effective communication skills

• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary healthcare team
PCU Registered Nurse Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients’ mental, physical, and spiritual needs in the Progressive Care Unit

• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team

• Educate patients and families by providing clear explanations and instructions

• Utilize clinical judgment to recognize and promptly report changes in patient condition

• Maintain accurate and complete electronic medical records

• Promote a positive healthcare workplace culture through professional communication and conflict resolution

• Participate in continuing education and ensure compliance with core measures and patient care standards
Apply now to join our compassionate healthcare team in Herrin, Illinois! Take the next step in your travel nursing career and enjoy the benefits of working in a vibrant southern Illinois community. Don’t miss this opportunity for a rewarding PCU nursing job—apply today!
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.

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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 - Travel Division Job  # . 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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