Travel Cardiovascular Progressive Care RN

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 12/08/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse Job - Webster, TX

Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse on a travel assignment in Webster, Texas (77598). Join a leading heart hospital's Cardiovascular Intermediate Care Unit (CV IMU) and provide exceptional patient care in a vibrant healthcare setting near Houston and the Gulf Coast. Apply now to become part of a top-rated healthcare team in Texas

Estimated Weekly Salary

• Weekly Salary Range: $1360 - $1460 per week (estimated)

PCU Registered Nurse Job Details

• Location: Webster, TX 77598 (Greater Houston area)
• Healthcare Setting: Cardiovascular Intermediate Care Unit (CV IMU), Heart Hospital
• Unit Size: 24 beds
• Assignment Type: Travel nursing job
• Start Date: December 8, 2025
• End Date: March 9, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour nights (7P-7A), rotating weekends
• Hours per Week: 36
• Dress Code: Royal blue scrubs

PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas or compact state
• BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent IMCU, PCU, or step-down nursing experience
• Proficient in cardiac monitoring and interventions
• Experience with chest tubes, BiPAP, tracheostomy care
• Skilled in managing and titrating critical drips (Heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Milrinone, Lasix, Bumex, Insulin)
• Strong critical thinking, clinical assessment, and communication skills
• Preferred: Cardiovascular nursing experience
• EMR experience: Meditech

PCU Nurse Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centered nursing care in the PCU/CV IMU
• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, respond to changes, and perform clinical interventions
• Manage and titrate cardiac drips and infusions for acute and post-cardiac procedure patients
• Provide care for patients post-cardiac procedures (TAVR, Watchman, heart catheterization, PCI, CABG, pacemakers, ablations)
• Assist with procedures such as cardioversion and emergency interventions
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes
• Float to MedSurg or IMCU units as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in Meditech EMR
• Promote a positive, respectful, and team-oriented work environment

Ready to take the next step in your nursing career? Apply now for this top travel PCU Registered Nurse job in Webster, Texas, and join a dedicated healthcare team making a difference

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:

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.

Planet Healthcare Job ID . 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

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

Our Methodology

Let's face it; finding a new job can be scary. Whether you're currently employed or in between positions, the search can feel overwhelming. If you're looking for support, guidance and an upper-hand on the competition, you've come to the right place. We know that not every job, company or commute is right for everyone, so Planet Healthcare recruiters are trained to not only discuss our open job orders, but to find out about your search and take a proactive approach to the market. Our recruiters are experts in this industry and we are your advocate and partner during your job search. We look forward to working with you soon.

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Benefits

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

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