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Travel Progressive Care / Telemetry Float Pool RN - $2,492 per week

American Traveler

  • Spokane Valley, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • $2,492 Per Week

Highlights

Skills required include high flow O2, chest tubes, peripheral IV starts/maintenance, wound care/dressing changes, wound vac management, drain management (JP, hemovac), nephrostomy tube care, pain management, PCA, central line management, and cardiac rhythm interpretation. Progressive Care beds are located within the Critical Care Unit, caring for PCU-level patients only (no ICU, cath lab, major cardiac/neuro surgery, or major trauma patients).

Numbers & Facts

LocationSpokane Valley, WA

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Spokane Valley, Washington.

Job Description & Requirements

  • Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 11/30/2026
  • 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 30, 2026
  • Length: 13 weeks
  • Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care/Telemetry float pool position requiring at least 1 year of tele or PCU experience and cardiac rhythm interpretation competency.

Details

  • System Float Pool position at a Level III Trauma Center community hospital
  • Floats between Med/Surg (3rd Floor), Acute Respiratory Floor (2nd Floor), ED/MS Overflow (1st Floor), and Progressive Care Unit
  • Progressive Care beds are located within the Critical Care Unit, caring for PCU-level patients only (no ICU, cath lab, major cardiac/neuro surgery, or major trauma patients)
  • Patient ratios: 1:5 on MedSurg, 1:3 on PCU with no CNA support
  • 12-hour night shifts, 36 hours per week
  • Shift times are 0700-1930 and 1900-0730
  • Every other weekend rotation required
  • No regular on-call, though low census situations may occur
  • Uses EPIC EMR, ICU Plum Medical IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing

Requirements

  • Active WA or compact RN license required
  • BLS and ACLS certification required
  • Minimum 1 year of true Telemetry or PCU experience required
  • Must pass a cardiac rhythm interpretation exam during the compliance process prior to start
  • Skills required include high flow O2, chest tubes, peripheral IV starts/maintenance, wound care/dressing changes, wound vac management, drain management (JP, hemovac), nephrostomy tube care, pain management, PCA, central line management, and cardiac rhythm interpretation
  • Experience managing cardiac drips (Heparin, amiodarone, Cardizem, nitro) required

Additional Information

  • Care for medical and surgical patients with diagnoses including COPD, CHF, sepsis, AKI/CKD, DVT, PE, cellulitis, pancreatitis, and ETOH-related conditions
  • Support surgical/ortho patients including total joints, GI, GU, GYN, podiatry, and ENT procedures
  • Respiratory floor patients may require high flow and BiPap support
  • Progressive Care patients include Afib with RVR requiring q4h checks
  • 24/7 support available from phlebotomy, respiratory therapy, hospitalists, and rapid response/code team, plus centralized tele monitoring with techs
  • OT, PT, and SLP support available during day shifts
  • Charge RN may carry a partial patient assignment but remains available as a resource
  • Orientation includes 1 day of classroom training with skills check-off, followed by 12 hours on-unit orientation split across three units
  • Shift safety huddle held at the start of every shift
  • Scrubs must be a solid professional color with no graphics, logos, or designs
  • Free parking available in a designated area
  • Holiday coverage of 1 holiday per contract required
  • Up to 5 days of RTO can be approved
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • Travelers often enjoy the unit culture and have extended contracts, with some staff having started as travelers

American Traveler Job ID #P-774152. 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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