Travel PCU Float RN - $1,843 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: 09/14/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 14, 2026 Length: 12 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a PCU Float RN with at least 1 year of experience and Epic charting proficiency for a 12-hour day shift assignment. Details Float pool position covering Medical-Surgical (MS), MS/Telemetry, and PCU units within the hospital Adult to geriatric patient population Patient ratios average 1:4-5 on PCU and 1:5-6 on MS/MS Tele units Day shift schedule with 3x12-hour shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM Uses Epic EMR (required), Pyxis, and SBAR communication systems Every other weekend shift required, averaging 6 weekends over a 13-week contract Floating required to all MS, MS/Tele, and PCU units No on-call requirements Requirements Active RN license (GA or Compact) required Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS Minimum 1 year of relevant nursing experience required First-time travelers accepted Epic charting system experience required Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred Previous charge experience preferred Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, central line care, and peripheral line management Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and rapid response/code team protocols Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (titration not required) Knowledge of heparin protocols and PCA management Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, oxygen administration, and tracheostomy care Wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE experience Additional Information Navy blue scrubs required Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, which must be finalized at time of submission No RTO can be requested during orientation week or after offer/onsite Holiday coverage required based on number of major holidays falling within the assignment period (Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Day, and New Year's Eve/Day) If one or two major holidays fall during the assignment, no holiday RTO can be requested; if three fall during the assignment, one holiday RTO request may be considered Local candidates accepted at the same rate Candidates with prior employment at the health system must have been away from all facilities for one full year before applying as a traveler First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-739543. 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.