GHR Healthcare - Travel Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Denton, Texas.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline:
RN
Start Date:
ASAP
Duration:
13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift:
12 hours
Employment Type:
Travel
Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse Job – Denton, Texas
Advance your nursing career as a Travel Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse in Denton, TX (zip code 76210). This high-demand nursing job places you in a Level 2 trauma center known for its collaborative healthcare team, state-of-the-art technology, and patient-centered approach. Denton offers a vibrant Texas community with excellent amenities and proximity to Dallas-Fort Worth, making it a top destination for travel nurses seeking rewarding healthcare jobs in North Texas.
PCU RN Job Details
Location:
Denton, Texas 76210
Healthcare Setting:
Surgical Trauma Stepdown (PCU), Level 2 Trauma Center
Assignment Type:
Travel Nursing Assignment
Start Date:
September 29, 2025
End Date:
December 29, 2025
Contract Duration:
13 weeks
Shift:
7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (12-hour night shifts)
Hours per Week:
36
Unit Size:
25 beds, 5th floor, Main Building
Patient Ratio:
1:4 (max 1:5 for stepdown)
EMR System:
Meditech
Estimated Weekly Salary Range:
$1360-$1460
PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications
Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Texas or compact state
At least 1 year of recent Progressive Care Unit (PCU) or stepdown RN experience
Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
Strong clinical skills and excellent communication abilities
Preferred: Trauma or Orthopedic nursing experience; Meditech EMR proficiency
Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, high-acuity healthcare environment
PCU RN Responsibilities
Provide high-quality nursing care to patients requiring acute surgical, trauma, and post-operative interventions
Monitor and assess patients with trauma, cardiac, neurological, and surgical conditions
Administer and titrate IV drips (Heparin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, Nitroglycerin, etc.)
Perform frequent patient assessments and monitor vital signs every 4 hours
Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes
Float as needed to other stepdown units, including Heart and Vascular Unit
Utilize Meditech EMR for accurate documentation and care coordination
Maintain telemetry monitoring and adhere to all unit policies and clinical guidelines
Ready to take the next step in your nursing career?
Apply now
to join our healthcare team as a Travel PCU Registered Nurse in Denton, Texas, and experience one of the best travel nursing jobs in North Texas!
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:
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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.
GHR Healthcare - Travel Division Job ID #424120. 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 GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
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