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Meda Health

Travel PCU RN - $2,620 per week

Burlington, MA · On-site

$2.6K/wk

Meda Health is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Burlington, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit * Discipline: RN * ...

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Host Healthcare

Travel PCU Registered Nurse

Burlington, MA · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Burlington, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit * Discipline ...

Host Healthcare

Travel PCU Registered Nurse

Burlington, MA · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

Host Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Burlington, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit * Discipline ...

PRIDE Health

Travel PCU RN

Burlington, MA · On-site

$2.2K - $3.0K/wk

PRIDE Health is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Burlington, Massachusetts. & Requirements * Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit * Discipline: RN * ...

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How much do cardiac pcu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average weekly pay for cardiac pcu rn in Boston, MA is $2,514.04, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $2,130.77 and $2,882.69 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical challenges faced by a Cardiac PCU RN, and how can they be managed?

Cardiac PCU RNs often encounter fast-paced environments, with rapidly changing patient conditions requiring quick critical thinking and strong assessment skills. Managing complex cardiac medications, interpreting telemetry, and responding to cardiac emergencies are common challenges. Effective time management, clear communication with interdisciplinary teams, and ongoing education help nurses adapt and provide the highest quality care. Support from experienced colleagues and unit-based learning opportunities also play a key role in overcoming these challenges.

What is a Cardiac PCU RN?

A Cardiac Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse (Cardiac PCU RN) is a specialized nurse who cares for patients with cardiac (heart-related) conditions who require close monitoring, but not intensive care. These nurses work in the progressive care unit (PCU), which is also known as step-down or intermediate care. They monitor vital signs, administer cardiac medications, assist with procedures, and educate patients and families about heart health. Cardiac PCU RNs play a critical role in supporting patients recovering from heart surgery, heart attacks, or those with chronic heart conditions. Their expertise helps ensure patients receive timely interventions and ongoing assessment during their recovery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cardiac PCU RN?

To thrive as a Cardiac PCU RN, you need strong cardiac nursing knowledge, advanced patient assessment skills, and an active RN license with relevant experience in progressive care or telemetry units. Familiarity with cardiac monitoring systems, EKG interpretation, and certifications such as ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) are typically required. Excellent critical thinking, teamwork, and communication skills help RNs manage complex cardiac patients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These competencies are essential to ensure patient safety, prompt intervention, and optimal outcomes in the high-acuity cardiac progressive care environment.

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Infographic showing various Cardiac Pcu Rn job openings in Boston, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,730 per year, or $62.9 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Tenet Massachusetts

Ashland, MA • On-site

$2.1K - $2.8K/wk

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Tenet Massachusetts is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a nursing job in Ashland, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Shift: days
  • Employment Type: Staff

Up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility


This role provides direct clinical patient care. The role will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing direct clinical care to assigned patients on a per shift basis, and unit level. The role is responsible for supervision of staff to which appropriate care is delegated. The role is accountable to support CNO to ensure high quality, safe and appropriate nursing care, competency of clinical staff, and appropriate resource management related to patient care. 

  • The RN provides high-quality, safe, cost-effective, total nursing care to all patients. The RN assumes responsibility for overall coordination and integration of patient care based on the nursing process. 
  • The RN directs care according to established standards of safety, risk management, QI, and Infection Control, with the goal being to discharge the patient with an optimum level of care provided. 
  • Assumes responsibility for coordination and planning of patient care within the prescribed medical regime. 
  • Performs and fulfills all HICS (hospital incident command system) responsibilities, assignments, tasks, and roles as directed and needed by the facility in times of emergency and/or disaster. 
  • Responsible for knowing the Hospital’s emergency codes, including the purpose and appropriate action for each, and adheres to the Hospital policies and procedures for each emergency code. 
  • Performs related duties as required
  • Required:
    • Education: Graduated from a state approved school of nursing or an accredited school.
    • Certification: 
      • Currently licensed, certified, or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy
      • CPR
  • Preferred:
    • Education: Academic degree in nursing (bachelor's or master's degree).

Tenet Mass Job ID #2603013953. Posted job title: Registered Nurse (RN) - Step Down

About Tenet Massachusetts

Facilities:

Saint Vincent Hospital – Worcester, MA

MetroWest Medical Center – Framingham, MA

Leonard Morse Hospital – Natick, MA (part of MWMC)


MA - SVH


Tenet’s Saint Vincent Hospital has been providing high-quality health care to Worcester and the surrounding communities for more than 125 years. At Saint Vincent Hospital, we believe you should have access to the treatments you need without having to travel far from home. We are proud to have been the first hospital in central Massachusetts to offer robotically assisted surgical procedures and minimally invasive, computer-assisted joint replacements. Among the distinctions that we have received include our designations as a Blue Distinction Center for

Cardiac Services, Bariatric Surgery, and both Knee and Hip Replacement. We continue to be leaders in state-of-the-art treatments like our CyberKnife Radiosurgery, and our Cardiac Rehabilitation Program which offers a unique, specialized approach to overcoming heart health challenges. Healthgrades awarded Saint Vincent Hospital #1 in Cardiology in the state and one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention in 2023 and 2024, which puts Saint Vincent Hospital in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for coronary intervention. At Saint Vincent Hospital, you can grow your career skills through a wide range of specialties, and help support the overall health of our community.


MA - MWMC


Tenet’s MetroWest Medical Center has been serving the community since we opened as the first public medical facility in Framingham in 1893. MetroWest Medical Center is comprised of Framingham Union Hospital and Leonard Morse Hospital, a unique behavioral health specialty center located in Natick dedicated to the mental health of our community. At Framingham Union Hospital, you’ll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family including 24-hour 

emergency care, advanced cardiac care, high-tech cancer treatments, and advanced maternity care including our Special Care Level IIB nursery and high risky pregnancy care. MetroWest Medical Center was recognized by the Joint Commission with a Gold Seal of Approval, a symbol of quality that reflects our commitment to meeting performance standards and providing safe and effective patient care. Our skilled cardiac team has been recognized as one of Healthgrades’ America’s 100 best hospitals for Coronary Intervention and ranked among the top 5% in the nation for coronary interventional procedures in 2023. At MetroWest Medical Center, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of our community.



Benefits
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • 401k retirement plan

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