Travel Neuro PCU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Neuro Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring 2 years of experience and a NC or compact RN license.

• Work in a Neuro Progressive Care Unit (5th floor) within a 355-bed hospital
• 20-bed unit treating stable post-stroke, stable neuro-surgical, telemetry, and medical patients
• Patient population includes adult and geriatric patients
• Patient ratio of 5:1
• Uses Cerner EHR
• Night shift schedule from 7p-7a with every other weekend required
• Floating required to Medical, Telemetry, and Neuro units
• No on-call requirements

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) required
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• AHA certifications required

• Care for stable post-stroke and post-neuro-surgical patients along with telemetry and medical overflow patients
• Facility includes specialty centers for brain, cancer, heart, lung, orthopedics, and women's health, as well as a Level 3 NICU
• Candidates must live 60 miles or greater from the facility to be eligible for the travel rate
• Candidates cannot have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months
• Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full time
• Must be available to start on one of the facility's designated orientation dates

American Traveler Job  #P-779846. 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.