Travel PCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Federal Way, Washington.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a night-shift RN for a Progressive Care Unit role requiring WA or compact RN licensure and prior PCU experience.

• Acute care Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) with 24 beds
• Patient ratios of 1:3-4 with nurse aide support at 1:10
• Common diagnoses include pneumonia, ARDS, COVID-19, hypertensive urgency, angina, cardiac cath patients, and ETOH withdrawal
• RNs required to titrate drips including Amiodarone, Diltiazem, Dopamine, Nitroglycerin, Lasix, and Dobutamine
• Remote monitor techs manage telemetry with RN approval
• RT equipment used includes CPAP, BiPAP, and high flow oxygen
• Uses EPIC EMR
• 12-hour night shifts from  with possible flex to days
• Every other weekend requirement
• Floating required, with priority as first to float within the region to other network hospitals
• Standby call possible only if extra staffing is available
• 24/7 charge nurse and house supervisor support on unit

• Active WA or Compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Prior PCU experience required
• Experience titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred

• Provide stepdown-level nursing care to medically complex patients requiring close monitoring
• Collaborate with remote monitor techs for telemetry readings
• Holiday coverage required for 2 winter holidays
• Unit-specific orientation provided
• No specific scrub color or dress code required
• Free on-site parking available
• Schedule flexibility requested

American Traveler Job  #P-773238. 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.