PCU RN Job in Philadelphia, PA

Temple University Hospital is seeking an RN for their Progressive Care Unit (PCU). You will work as part of the Float Pool, providing intermediate-level care to Med/Surg, PCU, and ICU patients across the IMCU and step-down settings.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Manage complex withdrawal syndromes, including Opioid Use Disorder requiring Precedex or continuous drips, and alcohol withdrawal using the MINDS protocol
• Care for hypertensive urgency patients based on clinical stability; hypertensive emergencies with end-organ threat are excluded
• Manage DKA patients requiring insulin infusion and frequent glucose checks every 30–60 minutes; excludes patients with altered mental status
• Float between IMCU and step-down units only; IMCU nurses do not float to Med/Surg units
• Typical nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2, never exceeding 3:1 on any unit

General Exclusions

You will not care for patients requiring positive pressure ventilation (BiPAP or ventilator), dialysis, arterial lines, or continuous Bair Hugger therapy.

Core Duties

• Assess, implement, and evaluate patient care plans under physician direction
• Collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members to individualize care
• Direct nursing support staff in accordance with standards of nursing practice and departmental policies

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years RN experience with at least 2 years in your clinical specialty
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Pennsylvania RN license or MSL Compact license required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; additional certifications per order check

Assignment Details

This is a 90-day travel position beginning September 28, 2026. You will work 3x12-hour night shifts, earning $2,670 weekly.