Travel PCU Stepdown RN - $2,072 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPC) position at a Level II trauma center hospital in Asheville, NC, requiring stepdown and telemetry experience with a 13-week day shift contract.

Details

• 40-bed Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPC) located on the E4 floor of the Heart Tower at a large 815-bed regional referral hospital
• Primary patient population includes CV surgery and vascular surgery patients: open heart surgery (CABG, AVR, MVR, Bentall, TAVR), thoracic lung surgery (lobectomy, thoracotomy), esophagogastrectomy, AAA repair (open and endovascular), fem-pop bypass, and carotid endarterectomies
• Overflow medical cardiology patients with diagnoses including heart failure, DKA, chest pain, sepsis, heart block, and similar conditions are also admitted to the unit
• Patient ratio is 1:5 RN-to-patient; PCT ratio is 1:13
• Equipment includes Baxter IV pumps and CADD epidural pumps
• EMR: Cerner
• Day shift: 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM (12-hour shifts)
• Minimum of 6 weekend shifts (Saturday and/or Sunday) required per 6-week schedule period
• Floating required to stepdown units (1:5 ratios), med-surg units (1:6–7 ratios), or the ED inpatient holding area (1:6)
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active NC or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA or ARC accepted; certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required for PCU RNs
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Stepdown experience required
• Telemetry experience required
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration — Canadian SSNs are not accepted
• One professional reference required (two required if licensed in Florida or Missouri)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Typical procedures performed on the unit include epidural management, chest tube management, tube feedings, IV glucommander, and cardiac drip management (phenylephrine, dobutamine, dopamine, milrinone, Cardizem, amiodarone, insulin, heparin, nitroglycerin, ketamine)
• Prior CV surgery and vascular surgery experience (open heart, TAVR, lobectomy, AAA repair, fem-pop bypass) within the past year is preferred
• CVICU experience is a plus
• Day shift staffing includes 1 charge RN, 13 RNs, 4 PCTs, and 1.33 HUCs; night shift staffing is similar with 0.33 HUCs
• The hospital is a Level II trauma center, comprehensive stroke center, and holds Magnet® Designation
• Flexibility to work holidays is required
• Scrub attire must be all navy, white tops with navy bottoms, or all white
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible
• Ideal candidates are team players who are flexible and thrive in a fast-paced environment

American Traveler Job ID #P-711557. 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.