Job Description

Overview
Registered Nurse - PCU in Hilo, Hawaii, US. Start date 09/28/2026 for a 13-week travel assignment in a hospital setting. Weekly pay ranges from $2,259 to $2,472. No guaranteed hours. Shift consists of 36 hours per week scheduled after the first week of orientation, with no on-call requirements. This assignment includes Progressive Care and telemetry responsibilities on a 15-bed PCU/Step-down unit with telemetry, ICU-adjacent care, and the potential to float to other acute units as needed.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,259–$2,472 per week
- Guaranteed hours: None (no guaranteed hours)
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 36 hours per week, after orientation; no on-call
- Start date: 09/28/2026
- Work setting: Hospital-based Progressive Care/Telemetry unit
- Floating: May float to Medical, Surgical/Peds, ICU, and ER units as needed

Responsibilities
- Provide primary nursing care to Progressive Care Unit patients and telemetry patients
- Monitor telemetry, read ECG strips, and perform fingerstick blood glucose testing
- Administer medications using Meditech charting and Pyxis; support medication safety
- Operate telemetry equipment and continuous cardiac monitoring; assist with BIPAP as clinically indicated
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to implement and adjust the plan of care
- Document care accurately and educate patients and families as appropriate
- Adhere to unit staffing guidelines with nurse-to-patient ratios around 1:4 in PCU and 1:3 in Step-down ICU when applicable

Requirements
- Hawaii RN license required by start of assignment
- At least 1 year of hospital acute care experience within the last year
- Progressive Care and telemetry experience preferred
- ACLS preferred; PALS preferred; NIHSS certification preferred
- Ability to float to Medical, Surgical/Peds, ICU, and ER units in-house
- Proficiency with Meditech charting and telemetry interpretation
- Must arrive the Thursday before start date for employee health clearance

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter support throughout the assignment
- Credentialing and orientation coordination
- Assistance with travel logistics and onboarding
- Support from the Healthforce staffing team during the assignment
- Housing assistance available where applicable
- Extension opportunities based on assignment needs and performance

Find more opportunities
If you’d like to explore other openings, please apply at https://healthforce.applytojob.com/apply to view current travel nursing opportunities with Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs, allied health travel assignments, and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.