Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Assignment in Yakima, Washington

Join a compassionate progressive care nursing team in Yakima, WA, as a travel Registered Nurse caring for medically complex, cardiac, oncology, and post-procedural patients in a telemetry-focused PCU environment. This 13-week travel nursing assignment offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a community-centered setting while expanding your clinical experience in progressive care nursing.

Located in the scenic Yakima Valley, Yakima, Washington, is known for its sunny climate, welcoming community, agricultural heritage, and easy access to outdoor recreation in central Washington.

Travel Nursing Job Details

• Specialty: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Telemetry-Oncology Registered Nurse
• Location: Yakima, Washington 98902
• Assignment Type: 13-week travel nursing assignment
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• End Date: January 30, 2027
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,020-$2,130
• Schedule: 36 hours per week
• Shift Duration: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Weekend Rotation: At least two weekends per month, based on unit needs
• Call: Not required
• Documentation: Epic
• Floating: Within scope of practice and to other appropriate units throughout the facility
• Scrub Color: Any color

PCU Registered Nurse Job Requirements

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure eligible for practice in Washington
• At least 1 year of progressive care or PCU nursing experience
• First-time travelers may be considered with at least 2 years of total nursing experience, including 1 year of PCU experience
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• Strong cardiac assessment skills, including the ability to read, interpret, and measure cardiac rhythms
• Experience caring for patients receiving BiPAP and high-flow oxygen
• Comfort managing cardiac patients and titratable medications, including diltiazem, amiodarone, heparin, digoxin, Bumex, and Lasix
• Compassionate, adaptable approach to caring for diverse and underserved patient populations

Progressive Care RN Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for progressive care, telemetry, and oncology patients
• Care for patients with medical conditions including diabetes, gastrointestinal and genitourinary disorders, pneumonia, altered mental status, TIA, acute kidney injury, dehydration, sepsis, stroke, dialysis needs, pulmonary edema, anemia, shock, and hypoxia
• Provide cardiac care for patients with CHF, MI, atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response, NSTEMI, chest pain, and other cardiac conditions
• Perform pre- and post-procedure care for PCI and cardiac catheterization patients
• Monitor fresh post-cath patients, including frequent checks and care of TR bands and stent-placement patients
• Provide central-line maintenance, tracheostomy care, chest-tube care, and general progressive care nursing interventions
• Recognize and respond to changes in cardiac rhythm, respiratory status, neurological condition, and hemodynamic stability
• Care for oncology patients as assigned, including patients with leukemia and neutropenia; chemotherapy administration is not routinely required unless specifically indicated
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to promote safe, compassionate, and effective patient outcomes
• Float to other appropriate units within the nurse’s scope and competency as needed

Apply now for this Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse travel assignment in Yakima, Washington, and join a team committed to exceptional patient care.

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.