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:
  
  09/28/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift role requiring cardiovascular experience and NM or compact RN license.

• PCU functions as a cardiac stepdown unit with a significant cardiac patient population, located at the Heart Hospital
• 55 beds on the unit
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (18:30-7:00), with option of 36 or 48 hours per week
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Weekend coverage required as needed on a rotating basis
• Floating required to like units within scope, as needed based on facility needs
• No on-call requirement
• Block scheduling considered on a case-by-case basis

• Active RN license (NM or Compact) required, pending license 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 required
• Skills in respiratory care, IV therapy, cardiac monitoring, and cardiovascular procedures including pre/post cardiac catheterization, sheath removal, and dysrhythmia management

• Provide cardiac stepdown level nursing care, including cardiac drip management, telemetry monitoring, and dysrhythmia interpretation and management
• Any scrub color accepted as long as it is logo-free
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility as locals are not accepted
• Previous staff members must wait 1 year before returning as a traveler
• No more than 3-4 days of RTO will be auto-approved, and no RTO is permitted during the first week of orientation
• Brief orientation provided when floating to other units

American Traveler Job  #P-749625. 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.