Nursing | RN | Cardiac Telemetry Nights

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Atlanta, Georgia.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care UnitDiscipline: RNStart Date: 10/19/2026Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per weekShift: 12 hours, nightsEmployment Type: TravelAssignment OverviewShift: Nights, 3x12hrsHours: 36 hrs/wkStart Date: Oct 19, 2026Length: 13 weeksOpenings: 1DescriptionAmerican Traveler is seeking a Step Down RN for a high-acuity cardiac PCU unit requiring strong telemetry interpretation skills and recent cardiac experience.DetailsStep Down/PCU unit with a heavy cardiac focusNight shift schedule, 3x12s (36 hrs/week)No on-call requirementsNurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4 to 1:5High patient acuity with frequent admissions/discharges and significant procedural volumeNo ventilator patients on this unitEPIC EMR experience requiredPatient population includes heart failure, A-Fib, A-Flutter, SVT, VTach, VFib, FVO, chest pain, HTN, heart transplant, congenital heart disease, and LVAD patientsCommon procedures include right/left heart catheterizations, TR band management, sheath removal/management, stent placement, valve replacement, STEMI/NSTEMI care, pacemakers, ICDs, cardioversions, ablations, and groin site managementMay float to similar cardiac/PCU units as needed, but not to Cardiac Monitor Tech rolesRequirementsActive GA or compact RN license required in handCurrent BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certificationsMinimum 18 months of recent cardiac unit experience within the past 3 yearsMust independently interpret cardiac rhythms and pass a proctored, paper-based Dysrhythmia Exam using calipers on the first attempt (no tech assistance or remediation)Must have experience with cardiac drips including insulin, milrinone, dobutamine, amiodarone, heparin, lasix, and nitroglycerinMust have chest tube experienceMust rate a 4 on all cardiac skills on the skills checklistHeart transplant and LVAD experience preferred (training available if needed)Additional InformationProvide direct nursing care within a high-acuity cardiac step down/PCU settingNavy blue scrubs requiredMust reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; local candidates not acceptedFormer Emory or Houston Methodist perm staff must be separated for at least 1 year before returning to the health system, or 18 months if returning to the same facilityRTO is limited to a maximum of 5 days if not near a holiday, or 3 days if falling on/near a holiday, with only 1 holiday request allowedAmerican Traveler Job ID #P-750269. 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 - StepdownAbout American TravelerWith 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.