Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,442 per week in Amarillo, TX

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Amarillo
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Amarillo, TX Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,442 per week Shift Information: Nights - 4 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks Start Date: 3/9/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Amarillo, Texas, 79106! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Step Down Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum of 2 years preferred License: Nursing License required Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS Must-Have: Experience with Epic EMR required. Description: This unit serves a combination of medical/surgical and intermediate care patients. The nurse-to-patient ratios range from 1:4 to 1:6, depending on patient assignments each shift. Charge experience is preferred. Travel experience is required. Telemetry experience, including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, is necessary. Skills in the use of rapid response/code teams and blood product administration are essential. Experience with central and peripheral line care/management is required. Applicants should be able to manage cardiac drips (without titration) and administer oxygen via nasal cannula. Non-invasive airway management knowledge is also needed. Isolation precautions and understanding of PPE protocols are mandatory. Interdisciplinary support includes physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, phlebotomy, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, and transportation. The unit has a daily census of approximately 12-14 patients. Key patient ratios for day and night shifts are 5:1. Travelers must live at least 50 miles from the facility. No more than 3 RTO days will be automatically approved, and there are no RTOs on holidays. Travel pairs or groups are not permitted. Candidates with a minimum of 2 years of experience are preferred. Former permanent staff must have been gone for 1 year before returning as travelers. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Travel nursing offers flexibility in terms of assignment duration and location. You can choose short-term or long-term assignments, and the flexibility allows for a better work-life balance. Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery. Change environments regularly to prevent burnout, maintaining enthusiasm and passion for your nursing career. The variety in assignments keeps your work engaging and fulfilling. Different regions may incorporate alternative medicine practices into healthcare. Exposure to these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of holistic patient care. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 29395651EXPTEMP

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