Travel PCU Float RN - $1,930 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: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU Float position requiring Epic proficiency and a GA or compact RN license, with floating across MS, MS/Tele, and PCU units on night shifts.

Details

• Hospital-based position floating across Med/Surg, Med/Surg Telemetry, and PCU units
• Adult to geriatric patient population covering all potential MS, MS/Tele, and PCU diagnoses
• Patient ratios: 1:4–5 on PCU; 1:5–6 on MS and MS/Tele
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Floating required to all MS, MS/Tele, and PCU units within the hospital
• Every other weekend required (approximately 6 weekends over a 13-week contract)
• No on-call requirements
• EMR: Epic (required); also uses Pyxis and SBAR communication framework

Requirements

• Active GA or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Certification documents must be provided for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Navy blue scrubs required
• RTO maximum of 7 days; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• Holiday coverage policy: if 1 or 2 major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler is expected to work all of them with no holiday RTO permitted; if 3 major holidays fall within the assignment period, the traveler is expected to work 2 of them and may request 1 holiday off for approval
• Major holidays include: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• No alternate shift or special scheduling requests are permitted; the posted night shift is firm
• Travelers must have been away from all facilities within this health system for a full year before returning as a traveler
• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• Two supervisory references (manager level or above; charge nurses not accepted) are highly preferred

American Traveler Job ID #P-713408. 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.