Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $2,539 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a cardiovascular-focused heart hospital, requiring cardiovascular experience and a NM or compact RN license.

Details

• PCU located within a dedicated Heart Hospital
• 55-bed unit with a 1:4 patient-to-nurse ratio
• Cardiovascular patient population
• Night shift schedule: 4x12-hour shifts (18:30–07:00)
• Option to work 36 or 48 hours per week
• Weekend requirement: rotating, as needed
• Floating is required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Block scheduling considered on a case-by-case basis
• Epic EMR experience is preferred

Requirements

• Active NM or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS and ACLS
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required; 2 years preferred
• Cardiovascular nursing experience required
• 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for this position
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 1 year before being eligible to return as a traveler
• No more than 3 days of RTO will be auto-approved; no RTO during the first week of orientation
• Scrub color: any color is acceptable, but logo-free scrubs are required
• Travel pairs or groups will not be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-707898. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.

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