Travel Progressive Care Unit / Telemetry RN - $2,059 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 9 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Oct 5, 2026 Length: 9 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit/Telemetry position requiring ACLS, NIHSS, and prior travel experience with float requirements across multiple units. Details Hospital-based Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Telemetry setting covering PCU, Medical, Overflow, Observation, and Surgical floors Common diagnoses include stroke rule-out, chest pain, arrhythmias, abdominal pain, post-surgical care, altered mental status, dehydration, AKI, CHF, GI hemorrhage, and sepsis Patient ratios are 1:4 on PCU, Overflow, and Observation units and 1:5 on Medical and Surgical units, occasionally stretching to 1:6 Nursing assistants/patient care techs support the unit at ratios of 1:8-11 depending on the unit, with some units having secretaries RT equipment includes CPAP and high-flow oxygen delivery systems Off-site tele monitoring is used, but RNs must read and interpret their own strips and communicate changes to the physician Uses Epic EMR 12-hour night shifts from 7p-7a Required to float to all PCU/Telemetry units within scope of practice, potentially working a different unit each shift, with rare floats to ICU for lower acuity holds or ER for boarders Minimum of 4 weekend shifts required within a 6-week period On-call not required Requirements Active VA or Compact RN license Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS 1-2 years of experience with proficiency in neuro assessments and basic cardiac drips Experience titrating cardizem, amiodarone, and heparin drips required Epic EMR experience required Prior travel nursing experience required Must be able to read/interpret cardiac strips and pass an ECG exam Additional Information Responsible for titrating drips and responding to changes in patient condition, including escalating to physicians as needed Orientation includes 3 shifts across 3 different units in addition to general facility orientation Navy scrubs required Holiday coverage required for 1 major and 1 minor holiday, with holiday team covering as needed Scheduling is managed by an administrative assistant, and travelers are expected to remain flexible to meet unit needs American Traveler Job ID P-758879. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.