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Travel PCU RN - $2,083 per week

American Traveler

  • Asheville, NC
  • 10 days ago
  • $2,083 Per Week

Highlights

Care for patients with CHF, MI, chest pain, arrhythmia, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, DKA, and post cardiac cath/stent/pacer/ICD/ablation procedures. American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Step-Down unit requiring stepdown/telemetry experience and competency with titratable cardiac IV medications.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAsheville, NC

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: Cardiac Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • 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: Oct 4, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Step-Down unit requiring stepdown/telemetry experience and competency with titratable cardiac IV medications.

Details

  • Work on a 40-bed Cardiac Step-Down unit located on the 5th floor of a dedicated Heart Center
  • Night shift schedule from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM
  • Patient ratio of 1:4, with stretch staffing at 1:5
  • Care for patients with CHF, MI, chest pain, arrhythmia, pulmonary hypertension, valvular disease, endocarditis, DKA, and post cardiac cath/stent/pacer/ICD/ablation procedures
  • Unit performs bedside cardioversion procedures
  • Uses Zoll monitors, Baxter pumps, lift equipment, and bladder scanners
  • Charting performed in Cerner
  • Required to work every other weekend
  • Floating required to MedSurg units, Stepdown units, COVID unit, and ER holding

Requirements

  • Active RN license (NC or Compact) currently in hand
  • Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
  • Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required
  • Stepdown or progressive care experience required
  • Telemetry experience required
  • Experience with titratable or cardiac IV medications such as nitroglycerin, Cardizem, amiodarone, dopamine, dobutamine, insulin drip, heparin, and bumex/Lasix required
  • Experience with prostacyclins (Flolan, Veletri, Remodulin) preferred
  • Relief charge nurse experience preferred
  • No gaps in work history exceeding 90 days within the past 12 months
  • US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration (no Canadian SSN accepted)

Additional Information

  • Team structure includes a charge nurse, bedside RNs, and patient care technicians on each shift, with a unit secretary on day shift
  • Candidates should be flexible, positive, compassionate, and strong team players
  • Dress code requires all white or all navy blue scrubs, or a white top with navy blue pants
  • Unit guidelines and policies will be reviewed during orientation
  • Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility, as local candidates are not accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-764985. 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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