GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Mountain Home, Arkansas.
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
- Employment Type: Travel
Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse – Travel Nursing Job in Mountain Home, Arkansas
Advance your nursing career with a high-demand travel nursing job as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse in Mountain Home, Arkansas (zip code 72653). This Arkansas healthcare opportunity offers competitive pay, a supportive clinical environment, and the chance to experience the scenic Ozark Mountains while providing exceptional patient care.
PCU RN Job Details
- Location: Mountain Home, AR 72653 (Arkansas nursing jobs)
- Unit: Progressive Care Unit (PCU) – 6310
- Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse
- Start Date: January 19, 2026
- End Date: April 20, 2026
- Duration: 13-week travel contract
- Shift: 12-hour night shifts (19:00 – 07:00), 3 shifts/week
- Hours per Week: 36
- Patient Ratio: 1:3
- Weekend Coverage: Minimum 7 weekend shifts per contract
- Orientation: 24 hours
PCU Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN required; BSN preferred)
- Active Arkansas or Compact State RN license (required at submission)
- Minimum 3 years of recent experience in PCU, ICU, or Step Down nursing
- Previous travel nurse experience preferred
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification required or obtained within first year
- NIHSS (Stroke Scale) certification required
- Strong communication and documentation skills
- Basic computer proficiency; Cerner charting experience preferred
- Ability to meet physical demands, including lifting and rapid response in emergencies
- COVID-19 and Flu vaccinations required (medical/religious exemptions considered)
PCU RN Responsibilities
- Deliver direct patient care to adult and geriatric populations in a 9-bed PCU setting
- Apply the nursing process: assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (IV, PT, RT, Phlebotomy, Radiology, Social Services, Pharmacy)
- Manage patients with complex diagnoses: post-op cardiac/vascular surgeries, CHF, COPD, and more
- Perform and monitor specialized procedures (cardioversions, tracheostomy care, moderate sedation, central monitoring)
- Operate advanced medical equipment (monitors, Zoll defibrillators)
- Float to other hospital units as needed
- Ensure accurate documentation and participate in shared governance initiatives
- Promote evidence-based nursing care and a healing environment for patients and families
Ready to take your next step in travel nursing? Join our healthcare team in Mountain Home, Arkansas, and enjoy rewarding clinical experiences and outdoor adventures. Apply now for this PCU Registered Nurse travel job!
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.
GHR Healthcare Job ID #445035. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: PCU
About GHR Healthcare
For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare
professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to
uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive
compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely
cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your
advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and
consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to
learn more.
