Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN) – Travel Assignment in Chattanooga, Tennessee

Join a dynamic Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in Chattanooga, TN, and put your cardiac, telemetry, and intermediate-care nursing skills to work in a supportive, team-oriented environment. This travel Registered Nurse opportunity offers the chance to care for a diverse patient population while using modern charting tools, strong clinical support, and collaborative care team resources. Chattanooga is known for its scenic riverfront, outdoor adventure, and vibrant downtown–making this an ideal Tennessee nursing job for your next travel assignment.

Job Details

• Position: Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (PCU RN)
• Location: Chattanooga, TN 37404
• Setting: Progressive Care Unit / Step-Down Unit
• Schedule: 12-hour day shifts
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,550 – $1,630
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Unit Size: 29 beds
• Patient Ratio: 4:1
• Schedule Highlights: Self-scheduling available within reason, with schedules finalized in advance
• Technology: Meditech and mobile device support for charting and communication

Job Requirements

• Active RN license
• At least 1 year of PCU, telemetry, cardiac, or critical care nursing experience required
• BLS and ACLS required
• Strong cardiac rhythm interpretation and telemetry monitoring skills
• Ability to manage complex intermediate-acuity and step-down patients
• Experience with IV insertion, EKGs, Foley management, chest tube care, CVC management, and tracheostomy care preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare environment
• Travel RN experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate care to medical, cardiac, and surgical PCU patients
• Monitor and manage patients with conditions such as sepsis, stroke, MI, heart failure, arrhythmias, respiratory failure, GI bleed, and post-operative cardiac cases
• Perform frequent head-to-toe assessments and document findings accurately
• Titrate and manage common PCU drips as ordered, including cardiac and vasoactive medications
• Support procedures such as IV insertion, wound care, DHT/NG placement, Foley placement, patient ambulation, and early mobility
• Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team to promote high-quality patient outcomes
• Float as needed according to unit policy
• Maintain a professional, team-focused approach while delivering excellent bedside nursing care

Apply now to join this Chattanooga healthcare travel assignment and bring your PCU nursing expertise to a supportive clinical team!

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.