Travel Cardiac Observation Unit RN - $1,891 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: Jul 13, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Observation Unit (COU) / EP Lab position in Tucson, AZ, requiring a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience and an active AZ or compact RN license.

Details

• Work setting is a Cardiac Observation Unit (COU) within the Electrophysiology (EP) Lab of a hospital
• Cares for high-risk, high-acuity patients undergoing cardiac catheterization and related procedures
• Bedside procedures performed in the unit include Transesophageal Echocardiography (TEE) and Cardioversions (CV)
• Schedule is 3x12-hour day shifts with varying start times (0600–1830, 0700–1930, or 0800–2030)
• On-call is required on a rotational basis, approximately every 4–6 weeks, covering Saturdays (0700–1700) and Sundays (0700–1400)

Requirements

• Active RN license in AZ or a compact state currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS and ACLS
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required; relevant backgrounds include PACU, ICU, Telemetry, Cath Lab, or Surgery Center and will be considered on a case-by-case basis
• All certifications must remain active through at least the first 30 days of the assignment
• Valid driver's license required
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Responsibilities include admitting and prepping patients for Cath procedures and bedside CV/TEE procedures, administering conscious sedation, circulating and documenting procedures, and discharging patients with teaching and documentation
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible — local travelers are not accepted
• Candidates who have worked at any CHS facility as permanent staff within the past 2 years are not eligible for consideration
• RTO requests must be for less than one week in duration

American Traveler Job ID #P-725123. 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 - Cath Lab - Electrophysiology (EP)

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.