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Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,059 per week

American Traveler

  • Shelby, NC
  • Today
  • $2,059 Per Week

Highlights

Cares for patients with CHF, dysrhythmia, chest pain workups, stroke, abdominal illness, respiratory illness, diabetes, AKI/CKD, ETOH withdrawal, and IVDA, not requiring mechanical ventilation. Skills required include trach care, cardiac drip management, cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tubes, blood product administration, wound care/dressing changes, and central line management.

Numbers & Facts

LocationShelby, NC

Description

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

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 RN for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring 18 months of PCU experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

Details

  • Progressive Care Unit within a Level 3 Trauma teaching-affiliated hospital with 32 beds
  • Cares for patients with CHF, dysrhythmia, chest pain workups, stroke, abdominal illness, respiratory illness, diabetes, AKI/CKD, ETOH withdrawal, and IVDA, not requiring mechanical ventilation
  • RN to patient ratio typically 1:4, possibly 1:5 depending on acuity
  • 12-hour night shift schedule, 1900-0700, 36 hours per week
  • EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors
  • Bedside and nurses station telemetry monitoring
  • Weekend rotation every other week
  • Possibility of low census call, with call-back up to 3a for nights and 3p for days
  • Floating required within Region 3 (Cleveland, Kings Mtn, Lincoln, Central Division - CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH) as needed within scope of practice
  • Schedule cycle every 6 weeks

Requirements

  • Active NC or compact RN license required
  • BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
  • Minimum 18 months of PCU RN experience required
  • Skills required include trach care, cardiac drip management, cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tubes, blood product administration, wound care/dressing changes, and central line management
  • EPIC EMR experience required
  • Last 4 digits of SSN and full DOB required for consideration
  • Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

Additional Information

  • Support team includes CNAs, dayshift receptionist/HUC, charge nurse, phlebotomy, IV/VAT team, and 24/7 RT, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
  • Orientation includes NEO and 2 days of departmental orientation
  • Holiday coverage required for 75% of holidays
  • Up to 6 days of RTO may be approved, excluding holidays; unmet contracted hours must be added to the end of the assignment
  • Navy scrub color required
  • Family-oriented unit culture
  • Free parking available
  • First-time travelers are welcome to apply
  • Candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be considered
  • Previous employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year following a permanent position before being eligible

American Traveler Job ID #P-759738. 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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