Travel PCU / Stepdown RN - $1,396 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Jacksonville, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a high-acuity Progressive Care Unit (PCU/Stepdown) position requiring at least 1 year of travel experience and 2 years of clinical experience, with every other weekend availability.

Details

• High-acuity 30-bed PCU/Stepdown Intermediate Care unit
• Complex patient population including post open heart surgery, post-TAVR, post-pacemaker, drip titrations, chest tubes, and BiPAP management
• Day shift: 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM
• Every other weekend required
• 36–48 hour contracts accepted
• 13-week assignment

Requirements

• Active FL RN license or Compact RN license currently in hand
• Current AHA BLS and AHA ACLS certifications required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• At least 1 year of prior travel nursing experience required
• Valid US Social Security Number and US home address required
• Two professional references required for consideration
• Copy of Driver's License required for consideration
• Copy of RN license and Nursys verification required for consideration

Additional Information

• Local candidates are accepted, though a radius rule applies that may affect pay rate eligibility — the specific mileage threshold varies by state
• COVID vaccination is not required for this position

American Traveler Job ID #P-735843. 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.