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PCU | Registered Nurse

GHR HealthcareNorfolk, VATravel
Agency
GHR Healthcare
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job type
Travel
Profession
Registered Nurse (RN)
Industry
Nursing & Healthcare
Posted
Sep 30, 2026

Pay breakdown

Hourly
$56.11
Weekly
$2,020
Yearly (full-time)
$105,040
Start date
August 26, 2026

This job pays about $56.11/hour — 25% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Virginia ($45.00/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.

Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.

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Job description

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) – Per Diem Night Shift in Norfolk, VA

Join a high-acuity PCU nursing team in Norfolk, Virginia, and provide exceptional care to patients requiring close monitoring and specialized clinical support. This on-site per diem Registered Nurse opportunity is ideal for an experienced PCU RN seeking a flexible night-shift schedule in a vibrant coastal community with convenient access to the Chesapeake Bay, historic attractions, and a wide variety of dining and cultural experiences.

PCU Registered Nurse Job Details

  • Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) nursing
  • Location: Norfolk, Virginia 23502
  • Schedule: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 p.m. – 7:00 a.m.; approximately 36 hours per week, typically three shifts
  • Per Diem Requirement: Minimum of one shift per month to remain compliant with the per diem pool
  • Start Date: August 26, 2026
  • Duration: Approximately 52 weeks, with potential scheduling flexibility based on unit needs
  • Orientation: Must be available for weekday orientation, Monday through Friday
  • Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,020 – $2,130
  • Openings: 2
  • Work Setting: On-site

PCU RN Job Requirements

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license eligible for practice in Virginia
  • At least 2 years of professional Registered Nurse experience
  • At least 1 recent year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience
  • Strong assessment, prioritization, and clinical judgment skills in a step-down or progressive care environment
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively during 12-hour overnight shifts
  • Must be a local candidate and available to attend weekday orientation

PCU Nursing Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients requiring progressive and intermediate-level monitoring
  • Assess patient conditions, identify changes in status, and escalate concerns promptly
  • Administer medications and treatments safely while monitoring patient responses
  • Collaborate with providers and the interdisciplinary care team to develop and implement individualized care plans
  • Monitor cardiac, respiratory, and other clinically significant parameters according to unit protocols
  • Educate patients and families regarding treatment plans, medications, and recovery needs
  • Accurately document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record
  • Support safe transitions of care and promote quality outcomes for every patient

Apply now for this per diem PCU Registered Nurse opportunity and join our healthcare team in Norfolk, Virginia.

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.

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