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Job Description

Position: Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Location: Birmingham, AL

Shift: 3x12 Nights

Pay Range: $1,585.64 – $1,865.46 per week


Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse for a 13-week travel assignment in Birmingham, AL. The ideal candidate will have stepdown experience, including working with long-term vent weans.


Key Responsibilities & Requirements

  • Provide high-quality care to stepdown/PCU patients, including those requiring long-term ventilator weaning.
  • Requirement for 3x12 night shifts with an every-other-weekend rotation.
  • Active RN License in hand.
  • Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required.
  • Ventilator experience is required for consideration.

NuWest Travel Benefits

  • High-pay contracts with competitive tax-free stipends
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Travel and licensure reimbursement
  • Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment
  • Weekly direct deposit pay


Who We Are
NuWest places healthcare professionals in some of the most competitive markets, at award-winning facilities, earning top pay. Whether you're ready for your next travel experience, looking to take a local assignment, wanting to explore shift or per diem work, or interested in seeing what permanent or temp-to-hire roles are available, our award-winning NuWest team has you covered.
What We Believe
We believe our 30+ years of experience makes a difference in your healthcare job search. We believe one size does not fit all, so we carefully match your unique needs and strengths with our top hospitals and health systems. We believe in long-term relationships over transactional exchanges. And we believe that better workforce solutions lead to better patient care, safer working conditions, and healthier communities.
What You Can Expect
NuWest is committed to your overall satisfactionβ€”to meeting and exceeding your expectations.
  • Responsiveness: No one likes to get ghosted. We promise you updates every step of the way.
  • Transparency: Open and honest communication - no surprises!
  • Career Guidance: We coach based on strengths and goals to get you where you want to go!