Travel PCU RN - $2,192 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 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 28, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring AK RN licensure and telemetry/stepdown experience. Details Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU), a stepdown unit from ICU serving a wide variety of patient populations across multiple disciplines Unit utilizes a Co-Care/Virtual Nursing Model with 1 bedside RN, 1 Virtual RN, and 1 CNA per patient Bedside RN to patient ratio is 1:4; CNA ratio is 1:6 Patient population includes approximately 30% cardiac cases (CHF, MI, S/p TAVR, MVR, pacemaker, arrhythmia, ACS, Angiovac, drug load patients) Also cares for respiratory patients (COVID, Flu, COPD, asthma exacerbations, trach patients >24h, chronic home ventilators) requiring high flow NC and BiPAP management Serves as overflow for neuro and renal patients, as well as complex medical-surgical cases (ETOH withdrawal, GIB, etc) Night shift schedule: 3x12 hour shifts, 19:00-7:30 Weekend coverage required, potentially more frequent than every other weekend based on staffing needs Floating required within scope to lower acuity units, renal care, neuro, and med-surg units No on-call requirements Epic EMR used for charting Requirements Active AK RN license required in hand for offer (pending license applications accepted, but must be finalized within 48 hours of signing) Minimum 1 year of RN experience required Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS Epic EMR experience required Experience with 1:4 patient ratios Skills required include respiratory care (BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, HFNC, ABG interpretation, tracheostomy care, oxygen administration), IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, cardiac monitoring and dysrhythmia management, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams Experience in cardiac telemetry, MS/tele, neuro stepdown, PCU/DOU/IMC, and renal/GU care preferred Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required for consideration Full SSN and DOB required for consideration Additional Information Provide bedside nursing care in collaboration with a Virtual RN and CNA under the unit's Co-Care model Work in a Magnet-designated, Level II Trauma acute care hospital recognized as a USNWR Best Hospital in Alaska Facility has 407 total staffed beds Scrubs are provided by the facility and parking is free Travelers may be required to float between sister facilities within the state; refusal to float may result in termination of assignment and forfeiture of guaranteed hours Must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day) All time off requests must be submitted upfront during the application process; post-offer requests may not be accommodated Local candidates not accepted; permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the facility Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside more than 50 miles from the facility First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-746914. 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.