Travel PCU RN - $1,858 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• 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: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Float Pool Progressive Care Unit position at a high-acuity Level 1 trauma center, requiring a minimum of 2 years of PCU/cardiac experience in a large, high-volume facility.

Details

• Float pool position covering all PCU/IMCU floors with a primarily cardiac patient population
• Patient conditions include STEMI, NSTEMI, cardiac/thoracic surgery (CTS), and chest pain (C/P)
• Manages cardiac drips including Milrinone, Dobutamine, and Pressors
• May also be assigned to telemetry beds within the same unit for lower-acuity cases
• Patient ratio of 1:3–4
• Uses Epic EMR
• 12-hour day shifts, 3 shifts per week
• Travelers are expected to work 4 weekend shifts per month
• Block scheduling is generally not approved
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license — Georgia (GA) or Compact license required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU or similar cardiac nursing experience in a comparable-sized facility
• Experience in high-acuity, high-volume hospital environments with complex and diverse cases required
• Epic EMR experience

Additional Information

• This facility is a high-acuity, inner-city Level 1 trauma center — candidates must have a demonstrated background managing critical, fast-paced situations in large-scale trauma environments
• Candidates with experience limited to small or low-volume hospitals will not be considered
• Local candidates are accepted for this position
• Minimal RTO (requested time off) will be approved for this assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-734349. 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.