Travel 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: 09/14/2026 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: Sep 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Travel RN for a Cardiac Step-Down/PCU position requiring telemetry and titratable cardiac IV medication experience on a night shift schedule. Details Cardiac Step-Down unit located on the 5th floor of the Heart Tower 40-bed unit with patient ratios of 1:4, stretching to 1:5 as needed Care for patients with CHF, MI, chest pain, arrhythmia, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, DKA, and post cardiac cath/stent or pacer/ICD/ablation procedures Performs bedside cardioversion Uses Zoll monitors, Baxter pumps, lift equipment, and bladder scanners Charts in Cerner EMR Night shift schedule from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM Every other weekend required Floating required to MedSurg, Stepdown units, COVID unit, and ER holding Requirements Active RN license (NC or Compact) required Current BLS and ACLS certifications required NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required Stepdown or progressive care experience required Telemetry experience required Experience with titratable cardiac IV medications such as nitroglycerine, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutrex, insulin drip, heparin, and bumex/Lasix required Experience with prostacyclins (Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin) preferred Relief charge nurse experience preferred US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration Additional Information Provide bedside nursing care to a high-acuity cardiac step-down patient population Work alongside a care team including a charge nurse, bedside nurses, PCTs, and a unit secretary Scrub attire must be all white, all navy blue, or a white top with navy blue pants No gaps in work history totaling 90 days or more within the past 12 months Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible; no local candidates accepted Ideal candidates are flexible, positive, compassionate, and strong team players American Traveler Job ID P-748258. 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.