Travel PCU / Telemetry RN - $1,553 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Beckley, West Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/13/2026
• 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: Oct 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a PCU/Telemetry position requiring 2+ years of recent PCU/stepdown experience and a WV or compact RN license.

Details

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting with cardiac telemetry monitoring
• Night shift rotating schedule (3x12 hours one week, 4x12 hours the next) from 19:00 to 7:30
• Floating required within scope of practice
• Every other weekend required
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Meditech charting system experience preferred

Requirements

• Active WV or Compact RN license required at time of consideration
• AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• AVADE Level 1 & 2 certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of current Telemetry/PCU/Stepdown experience required
• 3-6 months of Level IV Trauma or above experience required
• Skills required include IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, blood product administration, and cardiac drip management
• Experience with chest tubes, BiPAP/CPAP, and high flow nasal cannula required
• Experience with CVA, post-TPA care, and pre/post neurosurgery patients required
• Experience interpreting and managing dysrhythmias required
• Two professional references required, one from a Charge nurse or higher and one from a supervisor, both completed within the last year
• Valid driver's license required with address matching permanent address

Additional Information

• Provide care to cardiac, neurological, renal, and post-surgical patients requiring telemetry monitoring
• Manage patients with substance withdrawal, seizure disorders, and renal failure requiring continuous bladder irrigation
• Administer medications including heparin protocols, PCA, and epidural analgesia
• Perform wound care and manage isolation precautions/PPE
• Monitor chemotherapy administration for oncology patients
• Must reside within 75 miles of the facility to be eligible for this position
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted; medical and religious exemptions considered case-by-case
• Up to 7 days of RTO considered if submitted upfront; no changes accepted once approved
• Must work either a major or minor shift on every holiday
• Traveler pairs accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit
• Travelers who complete one year must take a minimum 6-month break before returning to the system

American Traveler Job ID #P-751648. 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.