Registered Nurse

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) — Night Shift | Burlington, MA

13-Week Contract | 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM

This PCU position supports a high-acuity progressive care environment where clinical precision and adaptability are essential. The unit manages complex medical-surgical patients requiring close monitoring, and nurses must be proficient in titrating pressors — this is a firm requirement for all candidates.

Schedule & Hours

• 12-hour night shifts; 72 hours guaranteed biweekly
• Every other weekend required (Friday, Saturday, Sunday for night shift)
• Float may occur in 4-hour blocks within the shift to ED holds, inpatient holds, PACU, and other boarding units

Clinical Requirements

• Must be able to titrate vasopressors
• Patient ratios range from 1:3 to 1:5 depending on acuity and census
• Trauma experience strongly preferred; candidates without prior travel experience must have trauma background
• Day-one pass/fail competency testing administered upon start

Certifications

• BLS (AHA) — required
• ACLS (AHA) — preferred
• NIHSS — preferred

Additional Details

• Contract length: 13 weeks
• Weekly start dates (Mondays); target start October 5, 2026
• Candidates must have a minimum 6-month separation from this facility system prior to placement (permanent, per diem, or contract)
• Scrub color: confirm upon offer

Strong critical care instincts, calm composure during high-census situations, and comfort floating across multiple units are key to thriving in this role.