RN – PCU (Travel) – Chula Vista, CA

This is a Travel Position. Please do not apply if you live within 50 miles of the facility.

Candidates cannot reside in or currently work permanently in the San Diego, Temecula, or Murrieta areas.

Location: Chula Vista, California 

Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours per shift 

Shift: Night shift 

Start Date: October 26, 2026 

Payrate: $95 (Inclusion of stipends)

Job Summary

We are seeking experienced Registered Nurses (RNs) to provide safe, therapeutic, and individualized patient care in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) float pool. The RN will assess patient needs, develop and implement care plans, evaluate patient progress, and collaborate with the healthcare team to promote quality outcomes.

This position requires flexibility, as float pool nurses may be assigned to PCU units, a unit one level of care lower, or another facility.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family needs and document assessment findings.
• Develop individualized plans of care in collaboration with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Implement appropriate nursing interventions and adapt care plans based on patient needs and responses.
• Evaluate patient progress toward established goals and document outcomes.
• Identify patient and family education needs and provide appropriate education.
• Advocate for patients and families and support their participation in care decisions.
• Coordinate with healthcare team members and ancillary staff to support patient care and workflow.
• Delegate and assign care within the scope of practice and competency of other healthcare team members.
• Recognize complex or high-risk clinical situations and seek additional resources when needed.
• Maintain accurate documentation in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Active California RN license.
• At least 3 years of recent RN experience.
• At least 2 years of recent experience in a specialty area.
• BSN or ADN required.
• Current CPR, ACLS, and NIH certifications.

Schedule and Flexibility

• Three 12-hour shifts per week.
• 36 hours per week.
• Night shift.
• Must be flexible to float to PCU units, a unit one level of care lower, or another facility as needed.