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19 Iowa Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Jobs

  • $3,093/wk
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    Council Bluffs, IA
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    Oct 26 (13 wks) · Night · 4x12
    4 days ago
  • $2,956/wk
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    Des Moines, IA
    Progressive Care Unit
    RN
    Oct 26 (13 wks) · Night · 4x12
  • $2,638/wk
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    Iowa City, IA
    Intermediate Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Variable · 3x12
  • $2,638/wk
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    Iowa City, IA
    Intermediate Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
  • $2,638/wk
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    Iowa City, IA
    Intermediate Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
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  • $2,638/wk
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    Iowa City, IA
    Intermediate Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Variable · 3x12
  • $2,500/wk
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    Iowa City, IA
    Cardiac Transitional Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Variable · 3x12
  • $2,500/wk
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    Iowa City, IA
    Intermediate Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Variable · 3x12
  • $2,500/wk
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    Iowa City, IA
    Step Down Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
  • $2,500/wk
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    Iowa City, IA
    Intermediate Care Unit
    RN
    ASAP (13 wks) · Night · 3x12
  • Day 1 benefits: healthcare & 401k
    DAY 1 BENEFITSHealthcare & 401k
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    BE REMINDEDTo update lics, certs & new opportunities
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    Council Bluffs, IA
    Night
    4 shifts x 12 hours
    Start October 26th · 13 wks

    Contract Details

    Job TypeTravel
    Nurse/Patient1/4
    Contract Date10/26/2026 - 01/25/2027
    Radius RulesCandidates must live at least 50 miles away from this facility in order to be considered a traveler when applying for this role.

    Travel Pay Breakdown

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    Stipends
    Rate Breakdown
    Standard
    Overtime
    Lodging
    Meals & Incidents
    Total$3,093/wk
    Keep in mind jobs like these can often fill quickly!Our platform is updated in real time to keep you informed and allow you to match with the perfect open opportunities!

    Benefits

    Health
    HealthDay 1
    Dental
    DentalDay 1
    Vision
    VisionDay 1
    401k
    401k(opt in)

    Additional Information

    Resume: Each employment history entry must include all the following: detailed duties, hospital size, unit size, trauma level (if applicable), patient ratio, teaching facility.

    References: At least one reference must be from the same unit/specialty as the job you're applying to.

    Special Requests:
    An interview may not be available prior to offer.
    Any employment gaps greater than 30 days must be explained.
    Submission Limit: Cannot apply to more than one job order on the same unit and shift at the facility.
    Eligibility as Current/Previous Employee: Must disclose previous employment on your resume or elsewhere within the submission for a DNU check.
    RTO is needed upfront; additional RTO will not be approved, including after submissions.
    Cannot be full time, part time, or PRN with any facility associated with CommonSpirit, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year.

    Unit Details:
    Common diagnoses and patient types include heart failure, Afib, respiratory distress, and stroke.
    RNs titrate drips.
    Common titratable or set-rate drips include Cardizem, amiodarone, and nitro.
    CPAP equipment is used on the unit.
    RNs must read and interpret their own telemetry strips.
    The unit is fast-paced with many admits and discharges.

    Shift & Scheduling:
    Night shifts run 1830-0700.
    Cyclic scheduling applies.
    Every other weekend.
    Holiday requirements: 1 major and 1 minor.

    Floating Requirements:
    Will float to ICU if appropriate and has experience.

    Details:

    • AUTO OFFER - NO INTERVIEW: This is an auto-offer position. You will likely not interview with the facility prior to receiving an offer. However, an interview can be arranged upon request. All time off requests must be submitted at application. Scheduling requests must be worked out with the manager directly upon starting the assignment. Any offers for this job will require a clear "Yes" or "No" response from the nurse within 24hrs or the offer must be declined.

    Pre-employment modules may be required for this role. Please upload any certifications or health documents you have to your profile to expedite your on-boarding process.

    To help match you with the right jobs, we use AI tools (our own and some from outside partners) to review your application and see how your background lines up with what each role needs. By applying, you agree to let us use your application and personal data for this.

    PCU Travel Nurse Job Responsibilities and Salary

    Responsibilities of a PCU nurse include maintaining ventilators, administering treatments and medications, collaborating with members of the healthcare team, and communicating with patients and their families. Registered Nurses who specialize in progressive care will need BLS and ACLS certifications. Progressive Care Unit nurses usually have between 3 and 4 patients; this ratio may vary depending on the facility. The annual salary in the United States for a PCU Nurse is $88,000. Salaries may be higher if a nurse has additional education or PCU certifications.

    Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Travel Nurse Jobs in Iowa

    Progressive Care Unit (PCU) nurses work in hospital and skilled rehab settings. The Progressive Care Unit is an intermediate unit between the ICU (Intensive Care Unit) and med-surg units. It is also called a "step-down unit." Patients are not as acutely ill as those in the ICU, but are also not stable enough to be in a med-surg unit with a higher nurse-patient ratio. Job descriptions for PCU nurses note excellent critical thinking skills, prior emergency or critical care experience, and assessment skills. Are you an experienced PCU Nurse? Explore and apply for high-paying travel nurse jobs today.