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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for pccn in the United States is $22.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $24.52 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a PCCN nurse?

A PCCN nurse is a Progressive Care Certified Nurse, a registered nurse who has earned certification in caring for acutely ill adult patients who require intermediate or progressive care. This certification demonstrates specialized knowledge and expertise in caring for patients whose needs are more complex than those on a general medical-surgical floor but not critical enough for an intensive care unit. PCCN nurses often work in step-down units, telemetry units, or transitional care settings, and their role includes monitoring patients, managing complex care plans, and responding to changes in patient conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN), you need strong clinical assessment skills, acute care experience, and a valid RN license with PCCN certification. Familiarity with advanced cardiac monitoring systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and specialized equipment for intermediate care is essential. Excellent communication, critical thinking, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are standout soft skills in this role. These abilities are crucial for providing high-quality care to acutely ill patients and ensuring safety in fast-paced, complex healthcare environments.

What are some common challenges Progressive Care Certified Nurses (PCCN) face when caring for acutely ill patients, and how can these be managed?

Progressive Care Certified Nurses (PCCNs) often encounter challenges such as managing patients with rapidly changing conditions, prioritizing multiple complex tasks, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams under time-sensitive situations. To manage these challenges, PCCNs benefit from strong critical thinking skills, effective communication, and staying current with best practices in critical care. Utilizing available resources, participating in ongoing education, and fostering teamwork with physicians, respiratory therapists, and other specialists help ensure high-quality patient care and professional growth.
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Infographic showing various Pccn job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 21% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $46,361 per year, or $22.3 per hour.

INTERNAL CONTRACT RN DAYS - CARDIOVASCULAR & THORACIC CARE

East Alabama Medical Center

Opelika, AL • On-site

$65/hr

Other

Posted 17 days ago


East Alabama Health rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

569th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

  • EAMC MISSION
    • At East Alabama Medical Center, our mission is high quality, compassionate health care, and that statement guides everything we do. We set high standards for customer service, quality, and keeping costs under control.
  • POSITION SUMMARY
    • Provides safe therapeutic care for the progressive care patient in a holistic and systematic way. Incorporates differences into the provision of care. Integrates knowledge, skills, and experiences to meet the needs of patients and families throughout the continuum to include patient and family education. Utilizes standards, guidelines, protocols, or pathways for care delivery. Incorporates data and information to continuously improve care and practice to enhance outcomes. Administers medications according to standard nursing practice. Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development.
  • ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  • $65/hr
  • 13 week contract
  • No benefits
  • Expectation to work every other weekend and 7 shifts per pay period (3 shifts one week and 4 shifts the next week)
  • POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
    • Minimum Education
      • Graduate of a school of nursing
    • Minimum Experience
      • N/A
    • Required Registration/License/Certification
      • Active Alabama Board of Nursing License
      • BLS obtained within 90 days of hire
      • ACLS obtained within 12 months of hire
    • Preferred Education
      • BSN
    • Preferred Experience
      • 1 to 2 years of step-down or med/surg experience
    • Preferred Registration/License/Certification
      • PCCN
    • Other Requirements
      • N/A

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