PCU Travel Nursing Jobs Nationwide
Advance Your Career in Progressive Care Nursing
At SkyBridge Healthcare, we connect experienced progressive care unit RNs with high paying travel nursing jobs across the country. With demand growing for PCU nurses in acute & post-acute care settings, our team helps you secure placements that match your experience, preferences, and lifestyle. Enjoy premium travel nurse pay & benefits, fast placement, and 24/7 recruiter support.
The Demand for PCU Nurses Nationwide
PCU nurses are in growing demand as hospitals expand their intermediate care units and require specialized professionals who can manage complex, yet stable patients. These nurses are instrumental in improving nurse-to-patient ratios, reducing ICU overflow, and maintaining consistent care outcomes.
Key drivers of demand include:
- Aging population with chronic illnesses requiring constant monitoring
- Expanded PCU capabilities that manage more post-surgical and cardiac cases
- Nationwide nursing shortages creating urgent staffing needs in both urban and rural hospitals
This high-demand environment creates ideal conditions for nurses seeking travel clinician jobs with competitive pay, clinical challenge, and career flexibility.
What PCU Travel Nurses Do
As a travel registered nurse in the PCU, your role is dynamic and requires confident decision-making, rapid assessment skills, and compassion for patients transitioning from intensive to med-surg care. Every shift offers a unique challenge, allowing you to grow professionally while improving patient outcomes. PCU travel nurses often support high-need facilities experiencing staffing shortages, meaning your adaptability and clinical judgment are essential from day one.
Typical patient monitoring & care responsibilities include:
- Assessing patients’ post-operative or cardiac conditions, often those needing frequent reassessment during recovery
- Monitoring telemetry and vital signs using advanced equipment, ensuring early detection of changes in cardiac stability
- Administering IV medications and titrating drips, especially for heart failure, sepsis, and respiratory compromise
- Coordinating with intensivists, cardiologists, and med-surg teams, supporting continuity of care during transitions
- Educating patients and families about their treatment plans, helping them understand next steps and discharge expectations
Working in the PCU means staying alert, adaptable, and ready to act. Facilities partnering with SkyBridge Healthcare lean on travel professionals for stability and continuity, so PCU nurses are trusted to step into fast-paced, sometimes chaotic environments with confidence.
Why Choose SkyBridge Healthcare
At SBH, we don’t just place you. We partner with you. Our recruiters take the time to understand your goals and provide access to nursing jobs at SkyBridge Healthcare that match your experience, preferences, and availability. Whether you’re seeking higher compensation, a better location, or a more supportive agency, SBH focuses on transparent communication, personalized support, and long-term success. Our approach is one of the key reasons nurses rate us among the most responsive agencies in the field.
Here’s what sets SBH apart:
- Top 5% travel nurse pay & benefits for every assignment, backed by compensation packages consistently ranked in the top tier nationwide
- Free housing & travel stipend, ensuring comfort and financial stability no matter where your assignment takes you
- Paid PCU certifications & licensing renewals, keeping you career-ready without added stress or out-of-pocket costs
- Access to healthcare job openings nationwide, with partnerships at leading hospitals, acute care systems, and high-demand facilities
- 24/7 recruiter assistance, offering reliable support for schedule changes, workplace questions, and travel logistics
With SBH, you’re not just a placement. You’re part of a team built to help you thrive. SkyBridge Healthcare was created specifically for healthcare professionals, and our recruiters understand the realities of high-need staffing, fast-paced environments, and the flexibility travelers require. Our goal is to give you more control over your career, from choosing your destination to negotiating pay packages that match your value.
Benefits That Support Your Career and Lifestyle
We know how important it is for your benefits to match the demands of your job. Our packages are designed to offer financial stability, flexibility, and support across every assignment. Whether you’re traveling alone or with a family, you’ll find resources that help you thrive both on and off the floor.
Our benefit offerings include:
- Competitive travel nurse pay & benefits that reflect your expertise and meet top-tier national standards
- High tax-free per diems for meals, lodging, and daily living costs, helping maximize your take-home pay
- Health, dental, and vision insurance with immediate eligibility, so coverage begins right when you start
- PTO and sick leave (varies by assignment and location), giving you the flexibility to recharge when needed
- Housing & travel stipend included with every contract, supporting a smooth transition from assignment to assignment
- Credentialing assistance and renewal reimbursements, helping you stay compliant and ready for new opportunities without delays
Prefer to find your own accommodations? You can explore traveler housing independently or have SBH recruiters help secure options that meet your needs. As a staffing company designed specifically for healthcare travelers, SBH understands the stress of relocating every 13 weeks — and their support team works to keep your moves organized, efficient, and tailored to your lifestyle.
What You’ll Need to Apply
Before you begin your PCU assignment, we’ll help you gather all the required documentation and credentials. Having everything ready ahead of time ensures you can take advantage of opportunities as soon as they arise.
Required materials typically include:
- Current, detailed resume
- Completed PCU-specific skills checklist
- Active RN license(s) in the relevant state(s)
- BLS certification (required)
- ACLS certification (typically required for PCU roles)
- 2–3 recent professional references
- Keep your PCU certifications & licensing up to date. This speeds up the offer, compliance & onboarding processes and increases your chances of securing premium roles.
Many of our facilities also prefer travel nurses to hold telemetry experience or have recent ICU exposure, given the crossover in acute & post-acute care settings. At SBH, we can also connect you with traveling ICU nurse jobs, travel clinician jobs, traveling telemetry nurse jobs, and more.
Start Your Next PCU Travel Assignment Today
Whether you’re seeking a new challenge, better work-life balance, or high paying travel nursing jobs that take your skills nationwide, SBH has the network and support to help you succeed. From expert recruiters to unmatched benefits, we make every part of your journey easier.
Join a team that values what you do. Your next opportunity in PCU travel nursing jobs at SkyBridge Healthcare is just a click away.