Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,989 per week in Albany, NY

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Albany
Posted on: March 14, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Albany, NY Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,989 per week Shift Information: 4 days Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 3/16/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Albany, New York, 12208! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: Progressive Critical Care Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 07:00 - 19:00 Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years License: Active RN license required Certifications: ACLS required Must-Have: Epic experience required Navy blue scrubs required Description: The nurses in our Progressive Critical Care Unit care for some of the most medically delicate and surgically complex patients. Common conditions include respiratory failure, sepsis, closed head injuries, multi-system organ dysfunction, and complex surgical complications. Nurses must be competent in caring for both medical and surgical populations. Advanced knowledge in hemodynamics, including the use of pressors, antihypertensive drips, and sedative drips, is essential. Experience with thrombo-embolytics and devices such as a line, CVP, EVD, and ortho traction is important. Protocol adherence to infection prevention measures is required. Familiarity with high-flow nasal cannula, BiPap/Cpap, and oxygen dependency is essential. Candidates with large-scale adult PCU experience and community hospital ICU experience tend to excel in this role. The average patient load is three high-acuity patients. A competency test will be conducted prior to employment. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability, versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement. Each assignment introduces you to new colleagues, mentors, and professionals in the healthcare industry. Building a diverse professional network can open doors to future career opportunities and collaborations. Embrace the nomadic lifestyle with pride, celebrating the uniqueness and diversity of each assignment. The sense of adventure and pride in being a healthcare nomad adds a distinctive dimension to your career. Interacting with patients from diverse backgrounds enhances your cultural sensitivity. This is crucial in providing patient-centered care and fostering positive patient experiences. Working with diverse patient populations and teams hones your emotional intelligence. Understanding and navigating different emotions becomes crucial in providing compassionate patient care. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29375803EXPTEMP

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