Travel Cardiac PCU RN - $1,930 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• 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 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Center, requiring cardiology experience and the ability to titrate multiple cardiac drips.

Details

• Works in a 28-bed Cardiac PCU with an average census of 26 patients
• Patient population includes Acute Coronary Syndrome, heart failure, NSTEMI/STEMI, chest pain rule-out, post cardiac cath (PCI with or without stent), post EP procedures (pacemaker insertion, ICD, ablation), arrhythmia management, and vascular conditions such as PAD, AAA repair, and DVT/PE
• RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4–5; CNA ratio of 1:11–14
• Proficiency required in titrating cardiac drips including Argatroban, Digoxin, Diltiazem, Dobutamine, Dofetilide, Dopamine, Esmolol, Lasix, Insulin, Labetalol, Lidocaine, Milrinone, Nicardipine, Nitroglycerin, Sotalol, and Tirofiban
• EMR: Epic
• IV pump: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell; monitoring: Philips
• 12-hour night shifts with a 6:30 PM start, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• Floating may be required to 7 Reynolds, 5 Reynolds, Day Hospital, and 5CC West
• No on-call or call-back requirements

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 1 year of cardiology experience, with most recent experience within the last year
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation skills required
• Cardiac post-procedural nursing experience required
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• Level 1 Trauma designated, 885-bed academic medical center and teaching hospital with Chest Pain and Stroke Center designations
• CNAs support RNs with vital signs, blood glucose checks, hourly safety rounds, and ADLs; Receptionist/HUC, charge nurse, phlebotomy, RT (available 24/7), hospitalist, and intensivist support available on unit
• No IV/VAT team on unit — nurses are responsible for IV access
• Nurses are responsible for monitoring and verifying telemetry strips once per shift
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation (NEO) and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Free on-site parking available
• Unit culture emphasizes teamwork in a family-like atmosphere
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Former permanent employees of any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-716644. 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.