PCU

Medical Intermediate Care / Step-Down RN — Night Shift | Springfield, MA

This is a 13-week travel contract on a Medical Intermediate Care Unit that functions as a combined medical-telemetry and step-down floor. Night shift runs 12 hours (7:00 PM – 7:30 AM), with 36 guaranteed hours per week.

Unit Overview

The unit cares for medical and intermediate-care patients across both sides of the floor. RNs are expected to work on both the medical-telemetry and intermediate care sides, with floating to other units possible on occasion.

Patient Population & Case Mix

• ia, COPD exacerbation, respiratory failure
• DKA, HHS, ETOH withdrawal
• GI bleeding, sepsis, PE, UTI

Required Skills & Experience

• 1–2 years of relevant RN experience preferred
• Competency with trachs, mechanical ventilators, BiPAP, and high-flow nasal cannula
• Experience managing cardiac drips and telemetry monitoring
• ACLS and BLS required

Contract Details

• Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Guaranteed hours: 36/week
• Contract duration: 13 weeks
• Start date: September 7, 2026
• Candidates must reside outside a 90-mile radius from the facility
• A Massachusetts Placement Agency License and Massachusetts Temporary Nursing Service Agency License are required prior to placement