Travel Med Tele PCU RN - $2,146 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bismarck, North Dakota.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Med/Tele/PCU position requiring PCU experience and the ability to read cardiac strips.

• 13-week contract on a 32-bed Med/Tele/PCU stepdown unit in an acute care, Level 2 trauma hospital
• Adult and geriatric patient population including cardiac cath, EP studies, pacer, ETOH, COVID BiPAP, general surgical with cardiac history, medical patients with cardiac history, pneumonia/COVID, acute on chronic conditions, influenza, and sepsis cases
• Nurse to patient ratio of 1:4-5, occasionally 5-6 on nights, with PCU-level overflow at 1:3
• RNs required to titrate drips including Amio, Cardizem, Heparin, Nitro, Nipride, Lasix, and low dose Dopamine (no Levo)
• RNs required to read and interpret own cardiac strips
• Charge nurse present on both shifts and occasionally takes a light patient load of 2-3
• Nurse aides/patient care techs on unit with a goal ratio of 1:10
• RT equipment on unit includes BiPAP, trach, and Airvo, with RNs responsible for troubleshooting
• Tele/monitor techs available with portable monitors, in-room monitors, and a tech at the nurses station
• Night shift schedule of 7p-7a, with rotating 7-7 shifts occurring no more than weekly
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required to all areas as helping hands, including PCU and Med/Surg for full patient assignments, and occasional ER holds/boarding
• EPIC EMR used, experience preferred but not required
• Uses EPIC EMR

• Active ND or Compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• PCU experience required with ability to read and interpret cardiac strips
• Tele/cardiac RN experience preferred
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years worked, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration
• Active state license verification and Nursys verification required

• Provide direct patient care on a stepdown Med/Tele/PCU unit, including titrating drips and interpreting cardiac telemetry strips
• Collaborate with charge nurses, patient care techs, tele/monitor techs, and respiratory therapy support staff
• Any color scrubs permitted
• Unit-specific orientation consists of two 12-hour shifts
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility and may not be currently employed full time, part time, or PRN with any Common Spirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any Common Spirit-affiliated facility, including CHI and/or Dignity, within the past year
• PRN employment through outside staffing firms will be considered
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront for the 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved after submission

American Traveler Job  #P-741609. 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
- Med/Surg Tele

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.