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Travel CVOR PCU RN - $2,036 per week

American Traveler

  • Asheville, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • $2,036 Per Week

Highlights

Primary patient population includes CV surgery and vascular surgery patients (CABG, AVR, MVR, Bentall, TAVR), thoracic surgery (lobectomy, thoracotomy), esophagogastrectomy, AAA repair, and fem-pop bypass, with overflow medical cardiology patients. Perform epidural management, chest tube management, tube feedings, IV glucose management, and cardiac drip management (phenylephrine, dobutamine, dopamine, milrinone, cardizem, amiodarone, insulin, heparin, nitroglycerin, ketamine).

Numbers & Facts

LocationAsheville, NC

Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/21/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, evenings
  • Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

  • Shift: Evenings, 3x12hrs
  • Hours: 36 hrs/wk
  • Start Date: Sep 21, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit position requiring stepdown and telemetry experience along with a NC or compact RN license.

Details

  • Work in the Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPC) of a hospital's Heart Tower
  • Primary patient population includes CV surgery and vascular surgery patients (CABG, AVR, MVR, Bentall, TAVR), thoracic surgery (lobectomy, thoracotomy), esophagogastrectomy, AAA repair, and fem-pop bypass, with overflow medical cardiology patients
  • 40-bed cardiac surgery stepdown unit staffed with charge RN, RNs, PCTs, and HUC support
  • Patient ratio of 1:5 for RNs and 1:13 for PCTs
  • Uses Baxter IV pumps, CADD epidural pumps, and various lift equipment
  • Charts in Cerner EMR
  • Night shift position, 6:45 PM-7:15 AM
  • No on-call requirements
  • Minimum of 6 weekend shifts (Saturday/Sunday day/night) required per 6-week schedule period
  • Floating required to any Stepdown (1:5 ratio) or Med-Surg (1:6-7 ratio) unit, or ER inpatient holding area (1:6)

Requirements

  • Active RN license (NC or compact) currently in hand
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
  • Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
  • Stepdown experience required
  • Telemetry experience required
  • Prior CV surgery and vascular surgery population experience (open heart, TAVR, lobectomy, AAA repair, fem-pop bypass) within the past year preferred
  • CVICU experience preferred
  • US SSN and DOB required for consideration
  • No gaps in work history equaling 90 days or more in the past 12 months

Additional Information

  • Perform epidural management, chest tube management, tube feedings, IV glucose management, and cardiac drip management (phenylephrine, dobutamine, dopamine, milrinone, cardizem, amiodarone, insulin, heparin, nitroglycerin, ketamine)
  • Best suited for team players who are flexible and thrive in a fast-paced environment
  • Dress code requires all navy scrubs, white tops with navy bottoms, or all white attire
  • Flexible to work holidays
  • Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates will be considered

American Traveler Job ID #P-754441. 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 - 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.

 

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