Travel Cardiac PCU RN - $2,002 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position in Clyde, NC, requiring a minimum of 2 years of step-down or ICU experience and cardiac specialty background.

Details

• Located on the 4th floor of a 154-bed, Joint Commission Accredited Duke LifePoint hospital featuring a Chest Pain Center
• Progressive Care Unit with a cardiac specialty focus, serving adult patients including cardiac observation, post cardiac cath lab, and cardioversion cases
• 22-bed unit with a 4:1 patient-to-nurse ratio
• Day shift schedule: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (36 hours/week)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating is required
• EMR: Paragon
• Telemetry monitoring equipment used

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Step-down or ICU experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA-issued certifications required)
• Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) minimum education requirement
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• 13-week contract
• Care for adult cardiac patients including cardiac observation, post cath lab recovery, and cardioversions
• Team-oriented candidates with strong communication skills and flexibility are encouraged to apply
• Navy scrubs required; offensive tattoos and non-facility tops are not permitted
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to qualify for the travel pay rate
• Candidates who have worked permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates who are employed full-time elsewhere are not eligible
• Orientation is bi-weekly
• Located in Clyde, NC — approximately 20 miles from Asheville and near the Great Smoky Mountains National Park

American Traveler Job ID #P-736849. 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.