Travel Cardiac PCU RN

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

• Specialty:
  Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  03/30/2026
• 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:
  
  Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiac PCU (Progressive Care Unit) travel position requiring a minimum of 2 years of RN experience, Epic proficiency, and strong cardiac care skills on night shift.

• 30-bed Cardiac Medical Progressive Care Unit (2A) providing 24/7 care in a private-room setting
• Primary patient population includes cardiac diagnoses: CHF, ACS, arrhythmias, pre/post cardiac catheterization (with and without intervention), rule-out MI, syncope, and pacemaker placement
• Secondary patient population includes respiratory conditions such as COPD, pneumonia, and BiPAP-dependent patients
• Patient rooms are remotely monitored by a Centralized Cardiac Monitoring Department (CCMD)
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:4 for patients on drips or BiPAP, and 1:5 otherwise
• Required skills include: dysrhythmia interpretation and management, telemetry monitoring, pre/post cardiac cath care, peripheral and PICC line management, cardiac and vasoactive drip management (including titration), procedural sedation, chest tube management (Emerson and Pleur-evac), external CPAP/BiPAP, and tracheostomy management
• EMR:
  Epic (mandatory experience required)
• Schedule:
  
  3x12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM
• Weekend rotation required; holiday coverage as needed
• Scheduling is managed over a 6-week self-assisted schedule through Optilink, based on departmental need, patient acuity, skill mix, and previous assignments
• Nurse Assistants available 24/7; RN Secretary available 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

• Active RN license in North Carolina or a Compact RN license accepted in NC required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Cardiac PCU experience required; must be comfortable with 1:5 patient ratios
• Epic EMR experience required
• Experience with Rapid Response Teams preferred
• Previous Charge RN experience preferred
• Two professional supervisory references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Copy of driver's license required for consideration

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• All RNs must pass a Pass/Fail EKG exam during compliance, with two attempts allowed; study materials will not be provided by the facility, so candidates should prepare in advance
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for the travel pay rate
• Zero-tolerance policy for tardiness and unexcused absences

American Traveler Job  #P-681441. 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.