Travel Progressive Care Unit RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring 18 months of PCU experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

• Work in a combined Med Surg/PCU unit with 10 Med Surg beds and 10 Progressive beds
• Patient population includes heart failure, chest pain, r/o stroke, sepsis, renal failure, respiratory failure, DKA, and interventional patients with titratable drips
• RN to patient ratio of 1:5-6 for Med Surg and 1:3-4 for PCU
• 12hr night shift (7p-7a), 36 hours per week
• Weekend rotation every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required to all facilities within Region 1 (Cabarrus, University City, Stanly, Lake Norman, Central Division including CMC Main, Mercy, and LCH-peds) as needed within scope of practice
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Phillips monitors

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 18 months of PCU experience required
• General PCU skillset required including stroke experience, cardiac rhythm interpretation, trach care, PIV starts, chest tube management, NGT placement, drain/tube management (Dobhoff, PEG tubes, Hemovac, JP drains, flexiseals, foley insertion/management), and PCA pumps
• Experience managing medication drips including cardiac drips, Heparin, Insulin, blood products, and IVF
• Epic EMR experience required
• One professional reference dated within the last year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN required
• Last 4 of SSN and full DOB required for consideration

• Facility has 207 licensed beds, no trauma designation, is not a teaching hospital, and is designated as a Chest Pain and Stroke Center
• Support staff includes CNAs, receptionist/HUC, charge nurse, phlebotomy for peripheral draws, IV/VAT team, resource nurse as staffing allows, and 24/7 RT and hospitalist coverage
• Orientation includes NEO and 2 days of departmental orientation
• Holiday coverage required for 75% of holidays
• RTO of up to 6 days may be approved, excluding holidays; time must be added to the end of the contract if contracted hours are not met
• Navy scrub color required
• Free parking available
• Unit culture emphasizes teamwork
• Traveler's permanent address must be more than 50 miles from the home unit; local candidates not accepted
• First-time travelers not preferred but will be considered
• Returning employees must be separated from any AHSE facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position

American Traveler Job  #P-766980. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.