Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $1,930 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Shelby, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Level 3 Trauma, Certified Chest Pain and Stroke Center hospital in Shelby, NC, requiring at least 18 months of PCU experience and a 12-hour night shift commitment.

Details

• 32-bed Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in a 241-licensed-bed, Level 3 Trauma hospital that is also a Certified Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center
• Patient population includes those not requiring mechanical ventilation, such as CHF, dysrhythmia, chest pain workup, stroke, abdominal illness/infections, respiratory illness, diabetes, AKI/CKD, ETOH withdrawal, and IVDA
• Typical RN-to-patient ratio is 1:4, with the possibility of 1:5 depending on acuity
• Common procedures include trach management, cardiac drip administration, cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tube care, blood product administration, wound care/dressing changes, and central line management
• EMR: Epic (experience preferred)
• Equipment includes Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Philips monitors
• Telemetry monitoring available at bedside and nurses station
• 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 36 hours per week
• Every-other-weekend rotation required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required within the region and scope of practice (Region 3: Cleveland, Kings Mountain, Lincoln, and Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH)

Requirements

• Active NC or compact RN license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 18 months of PCU RN experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• Proficiency in trach management, cardiac drip administration, cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tube care, blood product administration, wound care/dressing changes, and central line management
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

• Support staff includes CNAs for ADLs, a charge nurse available as a resource, phlebotomy (nurse draws only when needed), an IV/VAT team, RT (24/7), hospitalist (24/7), and intensivist (24/7); unit receptionist/HUC is available on day shift only
• Orientation includes facility NEO plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays
• Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; if contracted hours cannot be met, time must be added to the end of the contract
• Schedule is set on a 6-week cycle
• Required scrub color: Navy
• Free parking is available on site
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Former permanent employees of any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being considered
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Unit culture is described as family-oriented

American Traveler Job ID #P-717080. 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.