Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $2,434 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Potsdam, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

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

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a mixed-acuity PCU/MS Tele position requiring PCU/IMC experience within the last 3 years and an active NY RN license.

Details

• Mixed-acuity unit serving PCU, MS Tele, and MS patients in a hospital setting
• Patient population includes surgical pre/op and post-op (ENT, general surgery, trauma surgery, ortho surgery), overflow medical diagnosis patients, and rare pediatric cases — travelers are not assigned to pediatric patients unless they have relevant experience
• Patient ratios are adjusted by acuity: 1:3–5 on days and weekends, 1:3–6 on nights
• Night shift schedule: 4x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required to sister units: West 2, West 3, and the Observation unit
• EMR: Epic; Medication dispensing: Pyxis; Communication framework: SBAR
• TCAR experience preferred for this unit

Requirements

• Active NY RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• PCU/IMC experience within the last 3 years required
• Required clinical skills include: MS/Tele, telemetry monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, Post-MI care, IV insulin protocols and drip titration, feeding tube care and management, continuous bladder irrigation, renal failure management, port access, blood product administration, central line care/management, phlebotomy, peripheral and PICC line management, starting IVs, heparin protocols, cardiac drip management and titration, PCA, thrombolytic agents, CVA, seizure disorders, substance withdrawal, ortho trauma, peripheral nerve block catheters, total joint replacements, traction, mastectomy, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), external CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, nasal cannula/oxygen mask management, non-invasive airway management, tracheostomy management, isolation precautions, and wound care/wound vac
• PALS and TCAR certifications preferred

Additional Information

• Orientation is 12 hours
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are not accepted — candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
• Maximum of 7 days of requested time off (RTO) for the duration of the contract
• All time off and scheduling requests must be submitted at the time of initial application
• Solid color scrubs required (any color)

American Traveler Job ID #P-707911. 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.

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