Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $1,930 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Roanoke, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Magnet-designated Level I Trauma Center, requiring Epic proficiency and cardiac PCU experience.

Details

• General Medicine/Observation PCU setting within a large, Magnet-designated acute care hospital and Level I Trauma Center affiliated with a medical school
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week scheduling block
• Patient ratio of 1:4–5 (goal 4:1, typically 5:1)
• Telemetry is monitored remotely with monitors available on the unit; tele-sitting is used for additional patient care tech support
• Charting via Epic (experience required)
• Floating required within skillset
• One holiday shift required per 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active Virginia state RN license or Compact RN license required; pending licensure accepted only for candidates holding a single-state license from a non-compact state
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a Tele, PCU, DOU, IMC, or stepdown setting; experience at a 250+ bed facility strongly preferred
• Cardiac PCU experience required
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and administration of cardiac drips without titration (e.g., Cardizem, Heparin, Insulin, Amiodarone, Nitro, Bumex, Lasix, low-dose dopamine/dobutamine)
• Skills in IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care and management
• Competency in chest tubes, trach care, PICC line management, and medication administration
• Respiratory skills including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, CPAP, BiPAP, and non-invasive airway management
• Experience with isolation precautions and PPE
• Two professional references required for consideration
• PDF copies of driver's license and Social Security card required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide progressive care nursing to a general medicine and observation patient population with cardiac and telemetry needs
• Support from Rapid Response and Code teams available on unit
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply; prior travel experience preferred but not required if candidate has strong experience at a comparable facility
• Local candidates are accepted
• All time-off requests must be submitted at the time of application

American Traveler Job ID #P-730847. 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.