Travel Cardiac PCU RN - $2,294 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/08/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac PCU position requiring 2 years of strong cardiac/PCU experience and a WA or compact RN license.

Details

• Work in the Cardiovascular PCU of a 388-bed Level 3 Trauma Center hospital
• 34-bed acuity adaptable unit caring for cardiac and vascular patients including MI, post-op open-heart surgery (TAVR, fem-pop bypass), pacemakers, ICDs, Tikosyn therapy, and post-cardiac catheterization patients
• Also cares for carotid and thoracotomy patients transitioning from ICU, vascular amputation patients, and medical overflow
• Cardiac telemetry duties include chest pain evaluation, stress testing, heart catheterization, arrhythmia management, and pacemaker upgrades
• Patient ratio of 1:3-4
• 12-hour day and night shifts (0700-1930 and 1900-0730) with every other weekend rotation
• No on-call requirement, with option to pick up extra shifts
• Travelers float first, primarily to MedSurg units and ICU for overflow coverage
• EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Pyxis medication dispensing, and Philips portable and bedside monitors used

Requirements

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of strong cardiac or PCU experience required
• Skilled in cardiac rhythm identification and interpretation
• Experience managing cardiac drips including nitro, heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem, dopamine, and dobutamine
• Experience caring for patients with epidurals and chest tubes

Additional Information

• Provide direct care to cardiac and vascular PCU patients across a range of acuities
• Supported by 2-4 CNAs per shift, a free-floating charge nurse, a flex nurse for admissions/discharges and transport, 24/7 hospitalist and RT coverage, 24/7 on-call cardiologist, and 2 tele techs per shift
• Orientation includes NEO plus 2 shifts of unit-specific orientation
• Holiday coverage required for 2 of 3 designated holidays
• RTO requests are subject to manager approval
• Schedules are set in 6-week cycles and released 2 weeks in advance, with block scheduling accommodated when possible
• Scrub requirement: any solid, professional color with no graphics, logos, or designs
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Strong emphasis on a calm, respectful, and team-oriented demeanor to fit unit culture

American Traveler Job ID #P-738319. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Cardiac Telemetry

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