Travel Cardiac PCU RN - $1,858 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac 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: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position specializing in cardiac care, requiring a minimum of 2 years of PCU/IMCU experience in a similarly sized, high-volume facility.

Details

• 28-bed PCU/IMCU unit within a high-acuity, inner-city Level 1 trauma center
• Cardiac patient population including STEMI, NSTEMI, cardiac thoracic surgery (CTS), and chest pain (C/P) cases
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:3–4
• Cardiac drip management includes Milrinone, Dobutamine, and Pressors
• Travelers may also be assigned to lower-acuity telemetry beds within the same unit
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts, 3 shifts per week
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license — GA license or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU or IMCU experience in a similarly sized facility required
• Proven experience in high-pressure, high-volume trauma environments with diverse and severe cases required
• Experience managing critical cardiac patients and cardiac drip administration required

Additional Information

• Facility is a high-acuity, inner-city Level 1 trauma center — candidates with experience limited to small or low-volume hospitals will not be considered
• Travelers are expected to work 4 weekend shifts per month
• Block scheduling is generally not approved
• Local candidates are accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-726852. 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.