American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Silverdale, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/16/2026
- 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: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications with telemetry and acute cardiac/stroke experience.
Details
- Work in the Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) of a 32-bed acute care hospital unit
- Patient ratios of 1:3-4, occasionally adjusted based on unit needs
- EPIC EMR used for charting
- 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a
- Weekend requirements based on unit needs and demands
- Floating required
- Charge nurse available on every shift (free from patient assignment)
- CNAs available at a 1:8-12 ratio
- Telemetry monitoring with remote tele monitor tech support
- IV team available 1100-2300; RT, pharmacy, and phlebotomy available 24/7
- RRT RN available 24/7
- Hospitalist and intensivist coverage in house 24/7
- No ventilator management on this unit
Requirements
- Active WA state or Compact RN license required; pending licenses not accepted
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Experience with cardiac drips including nitroglycerin, heparin, cardizem, nicardipine, amiodarone, insulin, dopamine, esmolol, labetolol, milrinone, argatroban, and aggrostat
- Experience with CAPD (peritoneal dialysis) is a plus but not required
- Copy of driver's license required for consideration
- Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked, and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility
Additional Information
- Care for patients with diagnoses including CVA/TIA, STEMI/NSTEMI, chest pain rule-out MI, ACS, CHF, acute and chronic renal failure, respiratory failure/distress, DKA/HHNK, PE/DVT, afib, and pre/post cardiac procedures such as angiogram, stenting, pacemaker placement, and ablation, as well as pre-CABG and CIWA patients
- Read telemetry strips with support from remote tele monitor techs
- Unit features a high patient turnover and a collaborative, cohesive team that welcomes travelers as integral members
- Floor-specific orientation includes 12 hours of policy/procedure review, 12 hours on the unit with a preceptor, and additional EPIC training as needed
- Holiday coverage required
- Travelers should avoid unexcused absences of more than three days to remain in good standing for the assignment
American Traveler Job ID #P-780871. 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.