ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/19/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Opportunity:
RN - PCU
Job Details:
• Provide direct patient care to assigned group of patients during shift using the nursing process
• Float between departments and local locations within 20 miles as required
• Must successfully pass Basic Cardiac Arrhythmia (BCA) test prior to starting assignment
• One re-test opportunity available; second failure results in contract cancellation
• Assess, plan, implement, evaluate, and document individual patient needs and responses
• Coordinate patient care through collaboration with patient/family and healthcare team
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by physician or standard protocols
• Identify and meet patient and family learning and discharge needs throughout care episode
• Provide clinical supervision of LPNs and non-licensed assistive personnel
• Two years current experience required in 18+ bed telemetry/progressive care unit
• Must have successfully completed at least one 13-week travel assignment
• Must be team player, flexible, and accustomed to fast-paced environment
• Required certifications: New Mexico or Compact State Nursing License, BLS, ACLS
• BLS and ACLS must be from American Heart Association, American Health and Safety, or American Red Cross
• Required education: Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN)
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• NIHSS certification preferred
Facility:
This healthcare facility operates a progressive care unit with telemetry capabilities, providing intermediate-level care for patients requiring continuous cardiac monitoring and specialized nursing attention. The facility emphasizes evidence-based practice and maintains high standards for cardiac care, requiring specialized competency testing for all nursing staff. The organization supports comprehensive patient-centered care through collaborative healthcare teams and advanced monitoring technology.
Location:
Albuquerque, NM
Albuquerque offers a unique blend of southwestern culture, stunning desert landscapes, and year-round sunshine, making it an attractive destination for healthcare professionals. The city provides excellent outdoor recreation opportunities with nearby mountains and hiking trails, along with a rich cultural scene featuring art galleries, museums, and distinctive southwestern cuisine.
Adex Job ID #36700879. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.
About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
ADEX has been placing healthcare professionals across the US since 2004. Originally founded in Atlanta, GA, the company's headquarters are now located in Tampa, FL. JCAHO certified since 2009.
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