Travel PCU Float RN - $1,843 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/28/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a PCU Float position requiring GA or compact licensure and 1 year of MS/Tele or PCU experience.

Details

• Float pool position covering MS, MS/Tele, and PCU units within the hospital
• Adult to geriatric patient population
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5 on PCU and 1:5-6 on MS/MS Tele units
• Utilizes Epic for charting along with Pyxis and SBAR communication tools
• Day shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required (average of 6 weekends over a 13-week contract)
• Floating required to all MS, MS/Tele, and PCU units
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active GA or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant nursing experience required
• First-time travelers accepted
• Epic charting experience required
• Preferred experience includes charge role, teaching hospital, and community hospital settings
• Preferred skills include arterial line management, blood product administration, central line and PICC line care, ventilator care, high flow nasal cannula, cardiac/vasoactive drip management, and surgical drain care

Additional Information

• Provide nursing care across MS, MS/Tele, and PCU patient populations with cardiac monitoring and emergency response duties
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, which must be finalized prior to submission
• No RTO can be requested during orientation week
• Holiday coverage required: must work 1-2 major holidays if they fall during the assignment, or 2 of 3 major holidays if three occur during the assignment
• Compliance items must be completed on time to avoid a two-week delay due to biweekly orientation scheduling
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate
• Previous Piedmont perm, per diem, or FCSS employees must be separated from all Piedmont facilities for one full year before applying as a traveler

American Traveler Job ID #P-743766. 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.