PlanetHealthcare
Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,934 per week
PlanetHealthcare, Lafayette, Indiana, us, 47903
Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline:
RN Start Date:
12/02/2025 Duration:
13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift:
12 hours Employment Type:
Travel Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Night Shift – Lafayette, Indiana
Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel assignment in Lafayette, Indiana (zip code 47905). This travel nursing job places you in a leading short-term acute care hospital, delivering critical care to adult and geriatric patients in an ICU stepdown setting. Lafayette offers a vibrant healthcare community, excellent amenities, and proximity to Purdue University—making it a top destination for Indiana nursing jobs.
Estimated Weekly Salary
Weekly Salary Range:
$1770 - $1820
PCU RN Job Details
Location:
Lafayette, IN 47905
Assignment Length:
13 weeks (Start: 12/2/2025 – End: 3/3/2026)
Shift:
Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (18:00 – 06:30)
Hours per Week:
36
Unit:
PCU2 – Cardiac and Medical Progressive Care Unit (ICU Stepdown)
Patient Population:
Adults and Geriatrics
Bed Count:
27
Charting System:
Cerner EMR
Scrub Colors:
Red top, black bottoms
Parking:
Free on-site parking
PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications
Minimum 18 months of recent Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or Stepdown RN experience
Active Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license (must be in hand before start date)
Required certifications: ACLS, BLS (NIHSS preferred)
Proficiency in telemetry, IV starts, cardiac and vasoactive drips, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen
Experience in Level I, II, III, or IV healthcare settings
Charge Nurse experience and conscious sedation preferred
Willingness to float within scope to meet facility needs
Ability to work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the assignment
Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
Two supervisor references required
Travel nurses must not be local residents of Indiana
PCU RN Responsibilities
Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in a fast-paced PCU/ICU stepdown environment
Monitor and manage cardiac and vasoactive drips (Levo, Dopamine, Nitro, Cardizem, Amiodarone)
Perform telemetry monitoring, IV starts, and manage BiPAP/high-flow oxygen therapies
Care for post-cardiac angiogram and post-cardiac catheterization patients
Respond to rapid response and code situations as needed
Float to other units within the hospital or affiliated hospitals as required
Maintain accurate documentation using Cerner electronic medical records
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Join our healthcare team in Lafayette, Indiana, and make a meaningful impact in patient care.
Apply now
for this rewarding Progressive Care Unit RN travel job!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.
We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.
We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.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. Planet Healthcare Job ID #426391. 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. CLEVELAND | CHICAGO | RALEIGH | BOSTON | PHOENIX
Why Vivian Health?
Be sure to apply via Vivian Health to increase your chances of landing your perfect job. Just complete your Vivian Health profileonce, and get access to thousands of opportunities across the country. Then keep up to date with your job application process and conversations with our easy to use app. Benefits
Medical benefits Vision benefits Dental benefits 401k retirement plan Weekly pay Referral bonus
Specialty:
PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline:
RN Start Date:
12/02/2025 Duration:
13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift:
12 hours Employment Type:
Travel Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Night Shift – Lafayette, Indiana
Advance your nursing career as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse on a 13-week travel assignment in Lafayette, Indiana (zip code 47905). This travel nursing job places you in a leading short-term acute care hospital, delivering critical care to adult and geriatric patients in an ICU stepdown setting. Lafayette offers a vibrant healthcare community, excellent amenities, and proximity to Purdue University—making it a top destination for Indiana nursing jobs.
Estimated Weekly Salary
Weekly Salary Range:
$1770 - $1820
PCU RN Job Details
Location:
Lafayette, IN 47905
Assignment Length:
13 weeks (Start: 12/2/2025 – End: 3/3/2026)
Shift:
Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (18:00 – 06:30)
Hours per Week:
36
Unit:
PCU2 – Cardiac and Medical Progressive Care Unit (ICU Stepdown)
Patient Population:
Adults and Geriatrics
Bed Count:
27
Charting System:
Cerner EMR
Scrub Colors:
Red top, black bottoms
Parking:
Free on-site parking
PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications
Minimum 18 months of recent Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or Stepdown RN experience
Active Indiana Registered Nurse (RN) license (must be in hand before start date)
Required certifications: ACLS, BLS (NIHSS preferred)
Proficiency in telemetry, IV starts, cardiac and vasoactive drips, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen
Experience in Level I, II, III, or IV healthcare settings
Charge Nurse experience and conscious sedation preferred
Willingness to float within scope to meet facility needs
Ability to work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the assignment
Graduate of an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
Two supervisor references required
Travel nurses must not be local residents of Indiana
PCU RN Responsibilities
Provide high-quality nursing care to patients in a fast-paced PCU/ICU stepdown environment
Monitor and manage cardiac and vasoactive drips (Levo, Dopamine, Nitro, Cardizem, Amiodarone)
Perform telemetry monitoring, IV starts, and manage BiPAP/high-flow oxygen therapies
Care for post-cardiac angiogram and post-cardiac catheterization patients
Respond to rapid response and code situations as needed
Float to other units within the hospital or affiliated hospitals as required
Maintain accurate documentation using Cerner electronic medical records
Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Join our healthcare team in Lafayette, Indiana, and make a meaningful impact in patient care.
Apply now
for this rewarding Progressive Care Unit RN travel job!
Benefits
401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision About GHR
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.
We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.
We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.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. Planet Healthcare Job ID #426391. 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. CLEVELAND | CHICAGO | RALEIGH | BOSTON | PHOENIX
Why Vivian Health?
Be sure to apply via Vivian Health to increase your chances of landing your perfect job. Just complete your Vivian Health profileonce, and get access to thousands of opportunities across the country. Then keep up to date with your job application process and conversations with our easy to use app. Benefits
Medical benefits Vision benefits Dental benefits 401k retirement plan Weekly pay Referral bonus