Travel Med Surg / Progressive Care RN - $2,139 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Show Low, Arizona.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• 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: Aug 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Med Surg/Progressive Care (Stepdown) Unit position requiring telemetry experience and NIHSS certification for a 13-week night shift assignment.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting in a Med Surg/Progressive Care stepdown unit
• 18-bed telemetry unit with 6 PCU-capable beds, all private rooms
• Unit is capable of housing COVID patients using a mixed unit setup with temporary walls and an air handling system
• Common diagnoses include AMI, stroke/TIA, pneumonia, renal/dialysis, AFib with RVR, SIRS, and diabetes mellitus
• RN-to-patient ratio is 1:4 on telemetry and 1:3 on PCU/stepdown
• Philips telemetry monitors used with a dedicated monitor tech room; RNs are expected to validate monitor tech interpretations and document every 4 hours or more frequently as needed
• Common drips include Cardizem, amiodarone, Bumex, Lasix, Eptifibatide (Integrilin), octreotide, and pantoprazole (Protonix)
• High-flow O2 used for COVID stepdown patients; home CPAP supported; no ventilators
• Charting via Allscripts EMR
• 12-hour night shifts, 3x12s per week
• Weekend requirement: every other weekend (nights = Friday and Saturday)
• May float to other Med Surg units

Requirements

• Active AZ RN license or compact RN license required
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 1 year of telemetry experience required; 2 years preferred
• Experience in a Med Surg acute care setting required
• BSN not required

Additional Information

• Support staff on unit includes telemetry techs, a charge nurse (available 24/7, taking 0–2 patients as needed), HUCs, and PCTs
• CNAs split the floor, each covering up to 9 patients
• Nurse managers conduct rounds but do not provide direct patient care
• Hospitalist, respiratory therapy, and pharmacy services available in-house 24/7
• No IV team on unit — nurses are expected to manage IV needs independently
• Orientation is 2–3 days with a preceptor (approximately 8 orientation hours)
• 13-week contract

American Traveler Job ID #P-733353. 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.