GHR Healthcare
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Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Tacoma, WA
Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel PCU Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity in Tacoma, Washington (98405). This travel nursing job places you in a top healthcare facility, offering competitive pay and the chance to work in a vibrant city known for its waterfront parks, arts scene, and proximity to Puget Sound. Join our healthcare team and make a real impact on patient care in the Pacific Northwest. PCU Nurse Details
Location: Tacoma, WA (Zip: 98405) – Washington nursing jobs Healthcare Setting: Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Nursing Float Pool Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Start Date: October 20, 2025 End Date: March 7, 2026 Contract Duration: 20 weeks Nursing Shift: 12-hour nights Hours per Week: 36 (guaranteed) Estimated Weekly Salary: $1990–$2130 Orientation: 1 day general hospital, 1 day unit, 1 day like units (all 12 hours) Free Parking: Available in designated areas Registered Nurse Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Washington state RN jobs BLS certification required Epic charting experience required Telemetry competency (must be completed and passed prior to start) Minimum 1 year of PCU nursing experience with prior travel nurse experience; 2 years if no travel experience Ability to float within Tacoma General and to Allenmore Hospital (2.5 miles away) as needed Clinical interview required PCU Nurse Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations, including Covid, post-surgical (GI, Ortho, Gynecology), and medical patients (COPD, CHF, DVT, AKI) Float between multiple units (MSU, ED Holding, surge areas) as needed Provide post-operative care for Ortho, Neuro, GI surgeries, wound dressing changes, ostomies, traches (stable), and bariatric surgery Administer IV antibiotics, heparin drips, nebulizer treatments, and CIWA protocol Interpret basic cardiac rhythms and perform telemetry monitoring Document pain assessments before and after medication administration Collaborate with CNAs, hospitalists, and RTs (24/7 support) Maintain accurate documentation, participate in hourly rounding, and provide bedside reports Adhere to medication safety protocols, including two-nurse verification for wasting medications Participate in required breaks and maintain professional appearance (scrubs: any color) Apply now
to join our healthcare team as a travel PCU RN in Tacoma, WA and take the next step in your nursing career! 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: www.ghrhealthcare.com 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.
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Advance your nursing career with a rewarding travel PCU Registered Nurse (RN) opportunity in Tacoma, Washington (98405). This travel nursing job places you in a top healthcare facility, offering competitive pay and the chance to work in a vibrant city known for its waterfront parks, arts scene, and proximity to Puget Sound. Join our healthcare team and make a real impact on patient care in the Pacific Northwest. PCU Nurse Details
Location: Tacoma, WA (Zip: 98405) – Washington nursing jobs Healthcare Setting: Progressive Care Unit (PCU), Nursing Float Pool Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse Start Date: October 20, 2025 End Date: March 7, 2026 Contract Duration: 20 weeks Nursing Shift: 12-hour nights Hours per Week: 36 (guaranteed) Estimated Weekly Salary: $1990–$2130 Orientation: 1 day general hospital, 1 day unit, 1 day like units (all 12 hours) Free Parking: Available in designated areas Registered Nurse Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Washington state RN jobs BLS certification required Epic charting experience required Telemetry competency (must be completed and passed prior to start) Minimum 1 year of PCU nursing experience with prior travel nurse experience; 2 years if no travel experience Ability to float within Tacoma General and to Allenmore Hospital (2.5 miles away) as needed Clinical interview required PCU Nurse Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality nursing care to diverse patient populations, including Covid, post-surgical (GI, Ortho, Gynecology), and medical patients (COPD, CHF, DVT, AKI) Float between multiple units (MSU, ED Holding, surge areas) as needed Provide post-operative care for Ortho, Neuro, GI surgeries, wound dressing changes, ostomies, traches (stable), and bariatric surgery Administer IV antibiotics, heparin drips, nebulizer treatments, and CIWA protocol Interpret basic cardiac rhythms and perform telemetry monitoring Document pain assessments before and after medication administration Collaborate with CNAs, hospitalists, and RTs (24/7 support) Maintain accurate documentation, participate in hourly rounding, and provide bedside reports Adhere to medication safety protocols, including two-nurse verification for wasting medications Participate in required breaks and maintain professional appearance (scrubs: any color) Apply now
to join our healthcare team as a travel PCU RN in Tacoma, WA and take the next step in your nursing career! 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: www.ghrhealthcare.com 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.
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