Travel PCU RN - Cardiac Stepdown - $2,074 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/22/2026
• Duration: 17 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 22, 2026
• Length: 17 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a cardiac stepdown Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring at least 2 years of stepdown experience in an acute care setting and a GA or compact RN license.

Details

• Acute care hospital setting in Albany, GA (population ~80,000), located approximately 175 miles from Atlanta
• Cardiac stepdown unit (4A/4B): 4A focuses on cardiothoracic and cardiovascular surgery patients; 4B focuses on smaller procedures, drips, and CHF patients
• 44-bed unit including 8 semi-private rooms; average census of 32–38 patients
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:5 with nurse aide support at a 1:10 ratio
• Common diagnoses and procedures include post-op CABG, fem-pop bypass, arteriograms, CEA, thoracotomy, VATS, EVAR, AAA repair, stents, pacemakers, ablations, AICD, CHF, A-fib with RVR, and chest tubes
• Telemetry monitoring via Philips equipment; nurses are required to read and interpret strips
• Vasoactive and cardiac drips administered include Cardizem (titrated), amiodarone, dobutamine, dopamine (renal dose), Lasix, Bumex, heparin, Primacor, and Vasopressin
• Ventilatory support includes BiPAP, CPAP, Vapotherm, and high-flow oxygen (no full vents)
• Charting via MEDITECH EMR
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM (shift start 6:45 AM)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating to the ICU is possible; travelers without ICU experience will be assigned stepdown-level patients only or may be asked to assist with tasks in the ICU
• PICC team, 24/7 RT, and 24/7 pharmacy support available on unit
• Hospitalist or intensivist in-house 24/7
• 17-week contract

Requirements

• Active GA RN license or a compact RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS (AHA), ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of stepdown experience in an acute care setting — no exceptions
• Experience reading and interpreting cardiac telemetry strips required
• Experience managing vasoactive and cardiac drips required
• A copy of your driver's license is required for consideration
• Candidates must reside more than 75 miles from the facility (as verified by the address on their driver's license) to be eligible for this position

Additional Information

• Provides direct nursing care to post-surgical and cardiac stepdown patients with a high volume of admissions and discharges — up to 12–16 patients admitted or discharged in a single busy shift
• Ability to pull pacer wires is preferred; orientation to the skill will be provided if needed
• Unit orientation consists of 3 shifts
• Holiday flexibility is required; nurses must be available to work holidays and surrounding days as needed
• Time off requests are honored only if submitted and confirmed at the start of the assignment
• Dress code: Caribbean Blue scrubs required; natural hair color only, no fake or shellac nails, no facial piercings, and no visible tattoos
• Candidates who have been employed by the facility within the last 12 months are not eligible for placement
• Strong attendance is expected; a formal complaint is issued after 2 call-outs and termination follows the 4th call-out; a formal complaint is issued after 3 instances of tardiness and termination follows the 5th

American Traveler Job ID #P-713915. 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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