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Progressive Care Unit Per Diem Nursing Jobs California for RNs

Top PCU Travel Nurse Jobs in California for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top PCU travel nurse jobs in California. We currently offer 12 of the best available PCU nurse travel jobs in the state. California PCU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Panorama City, San Diego, San Jose, Thousand Oaks and West Hills. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare California PCU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

Currently, you can find PCU jobs in California with a salary range between $36 to $64 per hour. The city with the highest paying PCU job in California currently is Los Alamitos with a position for a Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN) at $39 per hour.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in California to find PCU travel nursing work in. Tenet – Los Alamitos Medical Center in Los Alamitos, Los Robles Hospital Medical Center in Thousand Oaks, Regional Medical Center of San Jose in San Jose, Riverside Community Hospital in Riverside and Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs all have PCU departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for PCU travel jobs in California. The earliest start date in California is Jan 4, 2025 for a Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN) role at $64 per hour. The latest start date for an job in California is Jan 4, 2025 for a Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN) role at $39 per hour. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a Progressive Care Unit travel nurse job in California.

California is a popular place to work for PCU travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in California with Per Diem Progressive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 12 Progressive Care Unit jobs in California and 83 Progressive Care Unit jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Jobs in San Jose, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Progressive Care Unit positions available in San Jose.
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Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • San Jose, California – 95116
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$59 to $63
Hourly Pay*
PCU RN’s closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Thousand Oaks, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Progressive Care Unit positions available in Thousand Oaks.
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Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • Thousand Oaks, California – 91360
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$48 to $52
Hourly Pay*
PCU RN’s closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • Thousand Oaks, California – 91360
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$48 to $51
Hourly Pay*
PCU RN’s closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Los Alamitos, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Progressive Care Unit positions available in Los Alamitos.
per diem
Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • Los Alamitos, California – 90720
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$36 to $39
Hourly Pay*
PCU RN's closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • Los Alamitos, California – 90720
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$36 to $39
Hourly Pay*
PCU RN's closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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per diem
Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • Los Alamitos, California – 90720
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$36 to $39
Hourly Pay*
PCU RN’s closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Riverside, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Progressive Care Unit positions available in Riverside.
per diem
Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • Riverside, California – 92501
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$48 to $51
Hourly Pay*
PCU RN’s closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Per Diem Shifts Available  Recent Experience Required.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Palm Springs, CA

AMN Healthcare currently has per diem Progressive Care Unit positions available in Palm Springs.
per diem
Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • Palm Springs, California – 92262
  • 12 N,
  • January 4, 2025
$36 to $39
Hourly Pay*
PCU RN's closely monitor patients recently released from the ICU before those patients are moved to regular hospital beds. PCU RN’S monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening, or emergency situations. PCU RN’s work in hospitals, and usually will float as needed to work in Tele or Med Surg units.Education/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS is often required
*Flexible and willing to float, Experience with  Cerner and Optilink
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Progressive Care Unit Nurse (PCU/SDU RN)
  • Palm Springs, California – 92262
  • 12 D,
  • January 4, 2025
$36 to $39
Hourly Pay*
CVICU RN's provide highly specialized care to patients who suffer from a serious injury or illness. CVICU RN's need to keep watch over people whose condition may undergo rapid changes as well as care for those who are often too ill to care for themselves in even the most basic capacity. CVICU specializes in Cardiac. Typically, these units get open hearts that have swans in place. CVCU RN's work in the ICU unit of a hospital, sometimes called Critical Care. CVICU RN’s may be asked to float to PCU or TeleEducation/Requirements:
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN): 4-Year Education 
  • Associates Degree in Nursing (ADN): 2-Year Education 
  • You must earn an ADN or BSN degree and pass the NCLEX to apply for a license as a RN. 
  • RN‘s can only work with an active state license.
  • ACLS and CRRT are often required
*Flexible and willing to float, Experience with  Cerner and Optilink
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Statistics on PCU Jobs in California

Review helpful statistics about PCU traveling nurse jobs in California. The data is based on the last three complete months of PCU job postings in the state of California. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Progressive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in California for travel nursing jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Per Diem Progressive Care Unit Jobs in California

How much does an Progressive Care Unit travel nurse make on average in California?

A PCU nurse in California can make an average of $59 per hour.

How much does a night shift PCU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $52 per hour based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift PCU travel nurse make on average in California?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in California can make an average of $50 per hour based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Progressive Care Unit jobs are available in California?

There are currently 12 Progressive Care Unit travel nursing jobs available in California. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Progressive Care Unit staff in California?

  • Nexxrad in Long Beach
  • AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina in West Covina
  • UC Davis Department of Psychiatry in Sacramento
  • Kingsburg Community Health Center in Kingsburg
  • Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building in Lancaster

What types of shifts are most common for PCU travel nursing jobs in California?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common shifts in California cities.

Locating PCU Travel Nursing Jobs in California

In California, cities like Los Alamitos, Palm Springs, San Diego, San Jose, and Thousand Oaks have per diem PCU nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Nexxrad, AltaMed Medical and Dental Group – West Covina, UC Davis Department of Psychiatry, Kingsburg Community Health Center and Kaiser Permanente – Lancaster Medical Office Building, all with nurse specialties and Progressive Care Unit staff.

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Healthcare Facilities in California that offer Progressive Care Unit Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the California area that have historically offered jobs for Progressive Care Unit professionals.
Stanford Hospital and Clinics
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 18, 11, 26, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Pediatric Emergency Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
300 Pasteur Drive
Palo Alto, CA 94304
Nearby Neighborhoods
Southgate (94302), College Terrace (94305), Professorville (94302), Evergreen Park (94305), Mayfield (94306)
Surgery Center of Valley Presbyterian Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Infection Control Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
15107 Vanowen Street
Van Nuys, CA 91405
Adventist Health Sonora
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Postpartum Progressive Care Unit
Address
1000 Greenley Rd.
Sonora, CA 95370
Nearby Neighborhoods
Sonora Knolls (95370)
Enloe Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist First Assist Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit
Address
1531 Esplanade
Chico, CA 95926
Kaiser – Los Angeles Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 11
Departments
Ambulatory Post Anesthesia Care Unit Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Case Manager Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
4867 Sunset Boulevard
Los Angeles, CA 90027
Nearby Neighborhoods
Los Feliz (90027), Silver Lake (90026), Hollywood (90028), Rampart Village (90057), Echo Park (90026)
Doctors Medical Center of Modesto
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry
Address
1441 Florida Avenue
Modesto, CA 95350
Nearby Neighborhoods
Aurora (95352), Standiford (95350), Riverside (95354), Shackelford (95351), Bret Harte (95351)
St. John’s Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Emergency Room First Assist Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1600 North Rose Avenue
Oxnard, CA 93030
Nearby Neighborhoods
Owl Mobile Manor (93030), Arts Trailer Court (93030), Royal Palms Mobile Home Park (93032), The Colony Mobile Home Park (93033), Pleasant Valley Mobile Home Park (93033)
Sierra Vista Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 11
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Pediatric Postpartum Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit
Address
1010 Murray Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Mercy General Hospital
Shifts
8 E, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
19, 16, 13, and 10
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cath Lab Electrophysiology Lab Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Oncology Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
4001 J St
Sacramento, CA 95819
Nearby Neighborhoods
East Sacramento (95819), Elvas (95819), Oak Park (95817), Highland Park (95818), Brighton (95819)
Riverside Community Hospital
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Laborist Maternal Newborn Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care – Level III-IV Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
4445 MAGNOLIA AVE.
Riverside, CA 92501
Nearby Neighborhoods
Riverside Junction (92501), Pachappa (92506), Magnolia Avenue (92502), Bannockburn Village (92507), Canyon Crest Heights (92507)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.