Travel PCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Knoxville, Tennessee.

• 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 a Registered Nurse for a Direct Observation Unit (DOU) position requiring 2 years of comparable acuity experience and Cerner EMR proficiency.

• Complex Medical Unit
  - Acute Care setting with telemetry/medical-surgical focus
• Patient ratios typically 1:6, varying based on need
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 19:00-7:00)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Facility will try to accommodate block scheduling based on patient and unit needs

• Active, unencumbered TN or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• BLS certification required; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience in a comparable acuity hospital setting
• Required Cerner EMR charting experience
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred
• Skills in IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube management, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and cardiac drip management
• Neurological/psychiatric care experience including CVA, seizure disorders, and substance withdrawal
• Wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE knowledge
• Two references required for consideration

• Provide direct patient care in a complex medical acute care unit with a focus on telemetry monitoring
• Must pass a basic dysrhythmia interpretation test and medication test during orientation
• Completion of orientation and annual training modules required
• Entire weeks during holidays are not approved for time off; individual dates are negotiable based on staffing needs
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate
• Previous staff members are eligible to return
• Travel pairs are allowed

American Traveler Job  #P-776297. 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
- Direct Observation 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.