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Travel PCU RN - $1,987 per week

American Traveler

  • Burlington, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • $1,987 Per Week

Highlights

Skills required: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, on-unit telemetry monitoring, pre/post cardiac cath care, peripheral and PICC line management, cardiac and vasoactive drip management, procedural sedation administration, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), external CPAP/BiPAP, and tracheostomy management. American Traveler is hiring an experienced Telemetry/PCU RN with cardiac care expertise for a night shift Progressive Care Unit role requiring NC or compact RN licensure.

Numbers & Facts

LocationBurlington, NC

Description

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

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 12/07/2026
  • 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: Dec 7, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced Telemetry/PCU RN with cardiac care expertise for a night shift Progressive Care Unit role requiring NC or compact RN licensure.

Details

  • 30-bed private room Cardiac Medical Progressive Care Unit operating 24/7
  • Rooms remotely monitored by a Centralized Cardiac Monitoring Department (CCMD)
  • Primary focus on cardiac patients (CHF, ACS, arrhythmias, pre/post cardiac cath, rule out MI, syncope, pacemaker placement) with secondary focus on respiratory conditions (COPD, pneumonia, BiPAP)
  • Night shift, 3x12 hours, 7:00 PM-7:30 AM
  • Weekend rotation required with holiday coverage as needed
  • Patient ratios of 1:5, or 1:4 when managing drips or BiPAP
  • Nurse Assistant support 24/7 and RN secretary support from 7 AM-11 PM
  • Uses Epic EMR
  • May float to any Cone Health campus as needed

Requirements

  • Active RN license (NC or Compact) in hand at submission
  • BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
  • Cardiac PCU experience required and comfort with 1:5 patient ratios
  • Prior Charge RN experience preferred
  • Epic EMR experience required
  • Must pass a Pass/Fail compliance EKG exam (two attempts allowed, study materials not provided)
  • Skills required: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, on-unit telemetry monitoring, pre/post cardiac cath care, peripheral and PICC line management, cardiac and vasoactive drip management, procedural sedation administration, chest tube management (Emerson/Pleur-evac), external CPAP/BiPAP, and tracheostomy management
  • Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips and use of Rapid Response Teams preferred
  • Valid driver's license required for address verification

Additional Information

  • Provide direct cardiac and respiratory nursing care within a fast-paced Progressive Care Unit
  • Staff self-schedule within a 6-week rotation based on departmental need, patient acuity, and skill mix
  • Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, as no local candidates are accepted
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • RTO requests must be submitted with the initial application; no post-submission requests accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-779763. 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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