GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Elkhart, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU / Cardiac Step-Down) – Elkhart, Indiana
Travel to Elkhart, Indiana for a high-acuity Progressive Care Unit RN assignment where your cardiac step-down and telemetry skills can make an immediate impact. Join a collaborative adult acute care team and provide expert care in a fast-paced PCU nursing environment.
Job Details
- Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Cardiac Step-Down / Telemetry
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (Travel RN)
- Location: Elkhart, Indiana
- Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM - 7:30 AM
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Weekly Schedule: 3 shifts per week
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,890 - $1,990
- Contract Length: 11 weeks
- Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:4 on days, 1:5 on nights, 1:4 on weekends
- Call: No on-call required
- Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
- Orientation: 24 hours
- Setting: High-acuity 30-bed adult cardiac step-down unit
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
Job Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of recent PCU, step-down, telemetry, or cardiac nursing experience
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required
- Strong experience with telemetry monitoring and cardiac rhythm interpretation
- Experience with cardiac medications and infusions such as amiodarone, Cardizem, and dobutamine
- Ability to manage complex adult patients with strong clinical judgment and critical thinking
- Travel nursing experience preferred, though first-time travelers may be considered
- Active Indiana nursing license required by start date; pending license may be accepted at submission
- Ability to float within scope based on staffing and census needs
- Compliance with required pre-start screenings and onboarding steps
Responsibilities
- Provide skilled nursing care to adult patients in a Progressive Care Unit and cardiac step-down setting
- Monitor telemetry, assess cardiac rhythms, and respond quickly to changes in patient condition
- Administer and manage cardiac drips, IV infusions, and complex medication protocols
- Care for patients with heart failure, atrial fibrillation, post-cardiothoracic surgery needs, AICDs, and pacemakers
- Support patients requiring respiratory support, wound care, line management, and advanced PCU interventions
- Collaborate with respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rapid response teams, phlebotomy, radiology, and other interdisciplinary partners
- Deliver safe, compassionate care while maintaining strong attention to detail in a high-acuity adult care environment
- Float within scope as needed to meet facility and patient care needs
Location Highlights
- Elkhart offers a friendly Midwest atmosphere with access to shopping, dining, parks, and regional travel routes
- Enjoy a welcoming northern Indiana community with the energy of a busy healthcare setting
- Ideal for nurses seeking Elkhart, Indiana healthcare jobs and a balance of professional challenge and livability during a travel assignment
Apply now to explore this Travel PCU Registered Nurse opportunity in Elkhart, Indiana and join a team committed to high-quality patient care.
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
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 #520878. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PCU
About GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
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