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How much do cardiac pcu rn jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average weekly pay for cardiac pcu rn in Montgomery, AL is $2,289.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,940.38 and $2,625.00 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 Montgomery, AL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 55% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,035 per year, or $57.2 per hour.

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Baptist Works

Montgomery, AL • On-site

$2.0K - $2.7K/wk

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 8 days ago

Job description

Baptist Works is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Montgomery, Alabama.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel

Required:
• Minimum 1 year of ICU or high-acuity PCU experience as an RN within the last year
• Experience with arterial lines
• Experience with titratable drips (including levophed)
• Associate or Bachelors Degree in Nursing
• Active, unencumbered Alabama or Compact State RN license
• BLS
• ACLS
• NIHSS
• Knowledge/experience with Cerner or EPIC
Upcoming Orientation Dates Available:
August 31
Sept 7

Baptist Works Job ID #1044. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About Baptist Works

Baptist Works is a unique clinician focused travel recruitment firm dedicated to attracting top talent to Baptist Health, located in Montgomery, AL. The 775-bed health system has a regional service area of 14 counties with approximately 700,000 people. Baptist Health’s family of health care services includes three acute care hospitals, a regional cancer center, a free-standing psychiatric hospital, a joint venture surgical center, a network of ambulatory clinics, outpatient imaging centers, urgent care facilities, wound care services, rehabilitation, and home care services.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits

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