Travel PCU RN - $2,539 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
• Discipline: RN
• StartDate: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a cardiac stepdown PCU position requiring cardiovascular experience and a NM or compact RN license.

Details

• Cardiac stepdown unit (PCU) located within a dedicated Heart Hospital
• 55-bed unit with a significant cardiac patient population
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (18:30-07:00)
• Option of 36 or 48 hours per week
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Weekend coverage required as needed on a rotating basis
• Floating required to like units within scope as needed, with brief unit orientation provided
• No on-call requirements
• Block scheduling considered on a case-by-case basis
• Epic charting system experience required

Requirements

• Active RN license (New Mexico or Compact) required, pending license accepted if obtained prior to start
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• NIHSS certification required
• CPI certification preferred
• Minimum 1-2 years of RN experience required, with cardiovascular experience preferred
• Epic charting experience required
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and telemetry (on-unit and remote)
• Experience with cardiac drip management (titration preferred)
• Experience with pre/post cardiac catheterization and pre/post cardiac surgery care preferred
• Experience with sheath removal preferred
• Experience with central line and PICC line care/management preferred
• Experience with respiratory support including BiPAP/CPAP and high flow nasal cannula preferred
• Experience with chest tube management (Emerson/PleurEvac) preferred
• Experience with wound care/wound vac preferred
• Experience with IV insulin protocols preferred
• Experience with procedural sedation administration/monitoring preferred
• Experience with blood product administration preferred

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care for a cardiac and cardiovascular patient population within a cardiac stepdown/PCU setting
• Manage cardiac monitoring and respond to cardiac emergencies including dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Perform IV therapy, phlebotomy, and line care including central, peripheral, and PICC lines
• Administer medications per heparin and insulin protocols and manage cardiac drips
• Provide isolation precautions and PPE compliance as needed
• Scrub color is open (any color, no logos)
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible; local candidates within this radius are not accepted
• Previous staff members must wait one year after leaving permanent employment before returning as a traveler
• Travel pairs or groups are not accepted for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-738918. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.