American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Anniston, Alabama.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 08/10/2026
- Duration: 8 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Aug 10, 2026
- Length: 8 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU/Progressive Care Unit position requiring strong cardiac monitoring skills, an AL or compact RN license, and every-other-weekend availability.
Details
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in a community hospital setting
- Patient population includes cardiac and telemetry patients requiring step-down level care
- Patient ratio of 1:5
- Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00–19:30)
- Required to float to Med/Surg units
- Every other weekend required
- Experience in MS/Tele, Telemetry, and PCU/Step-down work settings required
Requirements
- Active AL RN license or compact RN license required; pending license accepted
- Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS
- Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
- Strong cardiac monitoring and emergency response skills required
- Ability to start IVs, manage Heparin protocols, and manage cardiac drips (no titration) required
- Experience with interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
- Experience with IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care
- Experience with non-invasive airway management and oxygen administration
- Experience with Rapid Response/Code team protocols
- 2 professional references from a supervisor within the past 2 years required for consideration
Additional Information
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Prior permanent employees of this facility are not eligible for this position
- RTO requests are limited to a maximum of 7 days for the duration of the assignment
- Candidates residing within 60 miles of the facility are eligible to apply
- Orientation includes facility-assigned modules completed on-site, varying by specialty
American Traveler Job ID #P-734682. 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 - 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.