Travel PCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/12/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) role in a cardiac stepdown unit, requiring cardiovascular experience and NM or compact RN license.

• Cardiac stepdown unit located within a Heart Hospital with a significant cardiac patient population
• 55-bed unit with a 1:4 patient ratio
• Night shift schedule (4x12 hours, 18:30-07:00) with option of 36 or 48 hours weekly
• Rotating weekend coverage as needed
• Floating required to like units within scope based on facility needs
• No on-call requirements
• Uses Epic charting system

• Active RN license (NM or Compact) required, pending compact accepted if obtained prior to start
• BLS and ACLS certification required; NIHSS and CPI preferred
• 2 years of RN experience preferred, will consider 1+ years
• Cardiovascular experience required
• Epic charting experience preferred
• Skills in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation/management, and telemetry monitoring required
• Experience with cardiac drip management and heparin protocols
• Experience with central and peripheral line care, IV therapy, and phlebotomy
• Preferred skills include chest tube management, BiPAP/CPAP, wound care, IV insulin protocols, and pre/post cardiac cath and surgery care

• Provide nursing care for cardiac stepdown patients including monitoring, medication administration, and post-procedural care
• Brief unit orientation provided for floating assignments
• Scrub color: any (no logos)
• First-time travelers accepted
• Previous staff must wait one year before returning as a traveler
• Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; locals not accepted
• No travel pairs or groups accepted

American Traveler Job  #P-749626. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Progressive Care Unit

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.