Travel Heart PCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Charleston, West Virginia.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/29/2026
• 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 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit position supporting post-op open heart and cardiothoracic patients, requiring 2+ years of PCU experience and chest tube/central line skills.

• Work in a 29-bed Progressive Care Unit within a major teaching hospital and Level IV Trauma Center
• Care for post-op open heart and other cardiothoracic surgical patients requiring cardiac monitoring, with occasional Med/Surg overflow
• 4:1 patient ratio
• Night shift schedule (7P-7A), 3x12 or 4x12 hours, weekdays with every other weekend required
• 36 or 48-hour contract options available
• Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
• Orientation held every other Thursday
• Uses Cerner charting system
• Scrub color required:
  Royal Blue/White

• Active WV RN license or Compact license in hand required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required (AHA preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Chest tube insertion assistance, management, and removal experience required
• Central line experience required
• External/internal pacemaker experience required
• Wound vac management experience required
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response
• 2 Manager or Charge Nurse references from within the past 2 years required
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Flu vaccination required unless medical exemption is provided
• COVID vaccination required, with medical/religious exemptions considered case-by-case

• Provide progressive cardiac care to post-surgical open heart and cardiothoracic patients
• Monitor for and manage cardiac dysrhythmias and respond to emergencies
• Blocked schedule requests may be accommodated
• Holiday RTO limited to no more than 1 of the 3 major holidays
• Candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility; those within 75-99 miles may be considered case-by-case at the standard rate
• Free parking provided for travelers
• Former permanent employees must wait 3 years from last date worked before returning as travelers
• Current employees of the Vandalia Health System (including CAMC, Mon Health, Davis Medical Center, Broaddus Hospital, Webster Memorial Hospital, Grafton City Hospital, Highland-Clarksburg Hospital, and Minnie Hamilton Health System) are not eligible for this travel contract
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-761330. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.