Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $2,036 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 4

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Step-Down/PCU Staffing Pool position in Asheville, NC, requiring 2 years of experience and a night shift schedule.

Details

• Night shift position with hours from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
• 13-week contract assignment
• Step-Down/Progressive Care Unit (PCU) staffing pool setting
• Located at a large, 815-bed regional referral hospital and Level II trauma center in Asheville, NC

Requirements

• Active NC RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
• Minimum 2 years of recent Step-Down/PCU experience required
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment start)
• Current ACLS certification (AHA or ARC accepted; must not expire within the first 30 days of assignment start)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required for PCU RNs
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration — no Canadian SSNs accepted
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• The facility has earned Magnet® Designation, Healthgrades America's 50 Best Hospitals recognition (2020–2023), and a Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade of 'A'
• The hospital serves as the region's only Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and children's hospital

American Traveler Job ID #P-706731. 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 - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

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.