GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Float PCU - Progressive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Olympia, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/20/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours
- Employment Type: Travel
PCU Registered Nurse Travel Assignment in Olympia, Washington
Travel RN opportunity in Olympia, WA: Join a dynamic Progressive Care Unit (PCU) float team and provide high-quality patient care in a fast-paced acute care hospital setting.
Support adult and geriatric patients across multiple units while building broad clinical experience in one of the most scenic regions in the Pacific Northwest. This Washington travel nursing assignment offers the chance to work with a collaborative interdisciplinary team and practice in the state capital area, known for waterfront views, outdoor recreation, and a strong healthcare community.
Job Details
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,770 - $1,860
- Assignment Type: Travel RN / Travel Nursing Job
- Specialty: PCU Float RN / Step-Down Float RN
- Location: Olympia, Washington
- Shift: Night shift, 19:00 - 07:30
- Shift Duration: 12-hour shifts
- Shifts Per Week: 3
- Hours Per Week: 36
- Duration: 13 weeks
- Start Date: October 6, 2026
- Setting: Short-term acute care hospital
- Charting System: Epic
- Patient Population: Adults and geriatrics
- Float Requirement: Varies by unit; may include nearby sister facilities
- Weekend Coverage: Required
Job Requirements
- At least 2 years of recent Registered Nurse experience required
- Previous charge nurse experience required
- Experience with patient ratios of approximately 1:4-6
- Current RN license required; compact license must be in hand at submission
- ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Epic charting experience required
- US clinical experience required
- Experience with cardiac telemetry, dysrhythmia interpretation, telemetry, and isolation precautions/PPE
- Ability to work night shifts and adapt to varying float assignments
- Must be willing to work 3 of the 5 major holidays during the contract
- 2 professional references covering the last year of experience within the past 3 years
Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in PCU, telemetry, med-surg, and other float assignments as needed
- Monitor cardiac rhythms, interpret dysrhythmias, and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition
- Deliver safe, compassionate care while maintaining strong attention to detail in a fast-paced acute care environment
- Support charge responsibilities on select small units when assigned, including staffing coordination and patient flow
- Collaborate with IV therapy, respiratory services, pharmacy, radiology, PT, phlebotomy, and rapid response teams
- Document accurately in Epic and follow facility protocols and best practices
- Float between units or nearby sister facilities when required by patient care needs
- Maintain flexibility, professionalism, and a team-first mindset throughout the assignment
Apply now to join this PCU Registered Nurse travel assignment in Olympia, Washington and take the next step in your healthcare career.
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 #515529. 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
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