Travel Progressive Care Unit RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.

• Specialty:
  PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/09/2026
• Duration:
  16 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, evenings
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PCU RN with a GA or compact license, BLS, ACLS, and NIH certifications for a mixed acuity telemetry role with diverse patient populations.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) caring for adolescent to geriatric patients
• Patient assignments may include mixed medical/surgical, telemetry, intermediate, neuro, respiratory, and cardiac cases
• Staffing ratios are 1:4-5 with higher than average census
• Frequent use of Epic EMR, Pyxis, and SBAR communication; experience preferred
• Evening shift consisting of three 12-hour shifts per week (1:00 PM–1:00 AM)
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating may be required within the facility and within scope of practice
• No call requirements
• Duties include managing diverse acuity patients, titrating drips, and providing specialized monitoring
• First-time travelers accepted
• Compliance with all onboarding requirements is essential for timely start dates
• Travel pairs are not permitted to work the same shift on the same unit
• Scrub color required is navy blue
• Expected to work major holidays that fall during the assignment per facility policy
• Spring Break (April 4th-12th) is a blackout period for RTO
• Local candidates accepted at the same rate

• Active GA or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum of 1 year recent PCU or telemetry nursing experience required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Experience titrating cardiac drips and working with telemetry patients required
• Familiarity with Epic, Pyxis, and SBAR processes preferred
• Maximum of 7 days requested time off (RTO), none permitted during first week or major holidays
• Returning employees must be away from all Piedmont facilities for at least 1 full year to be eligible

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-672035. 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

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.