Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,072 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/15/2026
• 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: Jun 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPC) night shift position requiring stepdown and telemetry experience with a minimum of 2 years of clinical experience.

Details

• Located on the E4 CVPC floor of a hospital's Heart Tower, a 40-bed cardiac surgery stepdown unit
• Primary patient population includes CV and vascular surgery patients (CABG, AVR, MVR, Bentall, TAVR, lobectomy, thoracotomy, esophagogastrectomy, AAA repair, fem-pop bypass, carotid endarterectomies), with overflow medical cardiology patients (heart failure, DKA, chest pain, sepsis, heart block)
• Patient ratio is 1:5 RN to patients; PCT ratio is 1:13
• Night shift staffing includes 1 charge RN, 13 RNs, 4 PCTs, and 0.33 HUC per shift
• Procedures performed include epidural management, chest tube management, tube feedings, IV glucommander, and cardiac drip management (phenylephrine, dobutamine, dopamine, milrinone, cardizem, amiodarone, insulin, heparin, nitroglycerin, ketamine)
• Equipment includes Baxter IV pumps and CADD epidural pumps
• EMR: Cerner
• Night shift hours: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Minimum of 6 weekend shifts (Saturday/Sunday) per 6-week schedule period
• No on-call requirements
• Floating may be required to stepdown units (1:5), medical/surgical units (1:6–7), or the ER inpatient holding area (1:6)
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA or ARC accepted; certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the start date)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required for PCU RNs
• Minimum 2 years of recent clinical RN experience in a stepdown or PCU setting
• Stepdown experience required
• Telemetry experience required
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required for candidates from Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Prior CV and vascular surgery population experience (open heart, TAVR, lobectomy, AAA repair, fem-pop bypass) within the past year is preferred
• CVICU experience is preferred
• Holiday coverage flexibility is required
• Dress code: all navy, all white, or white top with navy bottom scrubs
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-711576. 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.

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