American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Greensburg, Pennsylvania.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 11/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 23, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a night-shift RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring ACLS, BLS, NIHSS certifications and at least 1 year of experience.
Details
- PCU/Stepdown unit setting within a hospital
- Night shift schedule of 3x12 or 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30)
- Patient ratio of 1:6
- Cares for cardiac telemetry, stepdown, and progressive care patients
- Floating required within the hospital and to sister facilities within a 10-mile radius if needed
- Candidates must be willing to work every other holiday
Requirements
- Active PA or Compact RN license required
- Current AHA certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience required
- Charting system experience required
- Cerner experience preferred
- Prior charge nurse experience preferred
- Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
- Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, and PICC line management
- Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and oxygen administration
- Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and rapid response protocols
- DL, SSN, and DOB required for consideration
- Two supervisor references preferred
Additional Information
- Provide nursing care for cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and post-surgical patients in a progressive care setting
- Monitor and manage telemetry, cardiac drips, and thrombolytic therapies
- Perform wound care, manage surgical drains, and support orthopedic patients including total joint replacement and traction care
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility based on driver's license address
- Local candidates not accepted
- Travel pairs may be accommodated based on facility need, though matching schedules cannot be guaranteed
- Former permanent employees must have been separated for at least 2 years before applying through an agency
- Travelers are limited to one year of cumulative assignments within the health system, followed by a two-year break before returning
- Fingerprinting, drug screen, and required labs must be completed within 24-48 hours of signing
- Pre-start modules (approximately 1 hour) must be completed prior to entering the facility
American Traveler Job ID #P-775805. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.