Travel CV PCU RN - $2,036 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, evenings Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 21, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Travel RN for a Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit requiring stepdown and telemetry experience. Details Work on a 40-bed Cardiovascular Progressive Care stepdown unit (4Heart/CVPC) Primary patient population includes cardiovascular and vascular surgery patients (CABG, AVR, MVR, Bentall, TAVR, thoracotomy, lobectomy, esophagogastrectomy, AAA repair, fem-pop bypass, carotid endarterectomy) Also receives overflow medical cardiology patients (heart failure, DKA, chest pain, sepsis, heart block) Typical RN to patient ratio is 1:5, with PCT ratio of 1:13 Uses Baxter IV pumps, CADD epidural pumps, and various patient lifts EMR system used is Cerner Shift runs from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM 13-week assignment No on-call requirements Minimum of 6 weekend shifts (Saturday/Sunday day or night) required per 6-week schedule period Flexibility to work holidays required May float to other stepdown units (1:5 ratio), medical-surgical units (1:6-7 ratio), or the ER inpatient holding area (1:6 ratio) Requirements Active RN license (NC or Compact) required BLS and ACLS certifications required Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Stepdown unit experience required Telemetry experience required Prior experience with CV surgery and vascular surgery patient populations preferred CVICU experience preferred Experience with epidural management, chest tube management, tube feedings, IV glucose management, and cardiac drip titration (phenylephrine, dobutamine, dopamine, milrinone, cardizem, amiodarone, insulin, heparin, nitroglycerin, ketamine) preferred US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months Additional Information Provide direct patient care for post-surgical cardiovascular and vascular surgery patients as well as overflow medical cardiology patients Work alongside a team of approximately 100 staff including charge RNs, RNs, PCTs, and HUCs Ideal candidates are team players who thrive in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate flexibility Dress code requires all navy scrubs, white tops with navy bottoms, or all white attire Must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible for the position First-time travelers may be considered American Traveler Job ID P-746250. 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.