Travel Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,174 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Baltimore, Maryland.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/10/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPCU) position requiring at least 2 years of cardiac open heart recovery experience and a minimum of 2 prior travel assignments.

Details

• Work in a fast-paced, 32-bed cardiovascular surgical step-down unit (CVPCU)
• Unit is made up of a multidisciplinary team caring for post-op cardiac, vascular, and thoracic patients
• Patient population includes those recovering from CABG, valve repairs, valve replacements, heart and lung transplants, and LVAD management
• 12 beds support IMC-level continuous cardiac monitoring; remaining 20 beds are telemetry (intermittent) or floor-level (non-monitored)
• Mixed level-of-care assignments with nurse-to-patient ratios of 1:3 on days and 1:4 on nights
• Utilizes Epic EMR
• Night shift: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM (12-hour shifts)
• Orientation held on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month

Requirements

• Active MD or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS preferred
• Critical Care Certification (e.g., CCRN) preferred
• Minimum 2 years of cardiac open heart recovery experience required
• At least 2 previous travel assignments required
• Strong surgical IMC experience required
• ICU experience required for management of high-acuity IMC patients
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience at a facility with 500+ beds required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• One professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Clinicians will care for high-acuity patients recovering from cardiac and vascular surgeries, including those with Mechanical Circulatory Support devices such as LVADs
• Local candidates are accepted at the same bill rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-730513. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.