Travel Registered Nurse (RN) - Progressive Care Unit - TRNPCU 26-00983

Company: NavitasPartners
Location: Potsdam
Posted on: February 15, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Location: Potsdam, NY 13676 Position Type: Travel Contract (Above 50 Miles) Duration: 13 Weeks (with possibility to extend) Schedule & Shift Details Shift: Night Shift Schedule: 3 × 12-hour shifts Hours: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM Weekends: Every other weekend required Compensation Travel Pay Rate: $60 – $65 per hour Job Summary A hospital in Potsdam, New York is seeking an experienced Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) for a mixed-acuity unit caring for PCU/IMC, MS Tele, and Medical-Surgical patients. The ideal candidate must have recent PCU/IMC experience within the last three years and be comfortable managing a diverse patient population in a fast-paced environment. Unit Overview Mixed-acuity unit: PCU / IMC / Stepdown, MS Tele, and Medical-Surgical patients Surgical and medical overflow patients Occasional pediatric patients (travelers assigned only if experienced) Required Experience Minimum 1 year of RN experience Recent PCU / IMC experience within the last 3 years (required) Required Skills & Competencies MS/Tele and Telemetry monitoring Interpretation and management of cardiac dysrhythmias Post–myocardial infarction care IV insulin protocols and insulin drip titration Feeding tube care and management Continuous Bladder Irrigation (CBI) Renal failure management Central line care and blood product administration Phlebotomy and IV access (peripheral, PICC, ports) Heparin protocols and cardiac drips (titration as applicable) PCA management and thrombolytic therapy Neurological care: CVA, seizure disorders, substance withdrawal Orthopedic and trauma care, including total joint replacements and traction Chest tube management (Emerson / Pleur-evac) Respiratory support: CPAP/BIPAP, HFNC, oxygen delivery devices ABG interpretation and non-invasive airway management Tracheostomy care Isolation precautions and wound care (including wound vacs) Certifications Required BLS (AHA) ACLS (AHA) NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Staffing & Unit Details Patient Ratios: Days/Weekends: 1:3–5 Nights: 1:3–6 Float Requirement: Yes May float to sister units (West 2, West 3, Observation Unit) Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend For more details reach at Aditi.sharma@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-587-6677. About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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