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Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) – Travel Nursing Contract in Seattle, WA

Experienced PCU and cardiac telemetry nurses are invited to join a high-acuity surgical telemetry team in Seattle, Washington. This travel nursing opportunity is ideal for a Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse confident caring for adult and geriatric patients recovering from cardiac and vascular procedures. Located in Seattle’s vibrant 98122 area, the assignment offers convenient access to diverse dining, arts, parks, and city amenities.

Travel RN Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,940–$2,040
• Nursing Specialty: Progressive Care Unit / Cardiac Surgical Telemetry
• Location: Seattle, Washington 98122
• Start Date: November 16, 2026
• Contract Duration: 26 weeks
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour nights, approximately 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
• Patient Population: Adult and geriatric patients
• Typical Patient Ratio: 1:4, with assignments of up to 1:5 at times
• Unit Capacity: Approximately 36 beds with an average daily census of 32
• Weekend Coverage: Every other weekend required; holiday availability may be required
• Floating: Flexibility to float to like units or nearby affiliated facilities may be required

PCU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse license eligible to practice in Washington; compact license must be active and in hand when applicable
• At least 2 years of recent progressive care, cardiac telemetry, or surgical telemetry nursing experience
• Recent experience caring for post-open-heart surgery and vascular surgery patients, including groin and radial band management
• Previous travel nursing experience required; this assignment is not intended for first-time travelers
• Epic electronic health record experience is required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications
• Demonstrated ability to interpret telemetry and manage dysrhythmias
• Two professional references covering at least one year of recent experience
• Ability to float as needed and work required weekend and holiday shifts

PCU RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for patients with myocardial infarction, arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, heart failure, vascular conditions, and cardiac-related stroke presentations
• Care for patients before and after open-heart surgery, cardiac catheterization, angiography, and other cardiac or vascular procedures
• Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry, identify changes in rhythm, and initiate appropriate interventions
• Manage chest tubes, surgical drains, epicardial pacers, sternal precautions, and post-operative recovery needs
• Administer blood products, IV medications, anticoagulants, insulin, and stable cardiac or vasoactive infusions according to protocol
• Provide respiratory support and care, including oxygen therapy, CPAP/BiPAP, tracheostomy care, and breathing treatments
• Perform IV starts, central and PICC line care, port access, phlebotomy, wound care, and wound-vac management
• Support cardioversion and defibrillation procedures and monitor patients receiving specialized cardiac therapies
• Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, pharmacy, rehabilitation, rapid response, and other interdisciplinary partners
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient responses accurately in Epic
• Maintain patient safety, infection prevention, medication safety, and quality-of-care standards while adapting to changing unit needs

Apply now for this Progressive Care Unit travel nursing opportunity in Seattle, Washington.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

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.