Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $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: ASAP
• 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 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) travel position requiring neuro and trauma care experience, ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications for a 13-week night shift assignment in Asheville, NC.

Details

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) on the K7 floor of a hospital setting in Asheville, NC
• 44-bed unit serving neuro and trauma stepdown patient populations
• Patient ratio of 4:1 at grid, stretched to 5:1
• Night shift schedule: 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM
• Every other weekend required
• Equipment used includes IV pumps, Skylift, PCA pumps, chest tubes, trachs, and patient lifts
• Charting performed in Cerner
• Floating required to stepdown and med-surg units
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS (AHA or ARC accepted; certifications must not expire within the first 30 days of the assignment start)
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience in a PCU or related specialty
• Neuro and trauma care experience required
• US SSN and DOB required for consideration — no Canadian SSNs accepted
• One professional reference required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Typical procedures include neuro and spinal checks, C-collar placement, TLSO braces, chest tube management, PCA pump management, IV infusions, lumbar drain management, feeding tube placement, and blood transfusions
• Unit staffing includes a charge nurse/CNC, RNs, CNAs, and an HUC on both day and night shifts
• Scrub color requirement: navy blue
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-724175. 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.