Travel PCU​/Tele RN

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

• 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 PCU/Telemetry RN for a night shift position at a Level II Trauma Center, requiring compact or TX RN licensure and at least 1 year of experience.

• PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown telemetry unit within a Level II Trauma Center
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (7:00 PM-7:00 AM)
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Floating between units required
• Weekend requirement of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week schedule period
• No on-call requirements
• 48-hour work weeks approved

• Active TX or compact RN license required in hand at time of submission
• Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
• Minimum of 1 year recent experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level II experience preferred
• Skills required include cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, central and peripheral line care, management of cardiac and vasoactive drips, heparin protocols, oxygen administration, and insulin drip titration
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Must disclose any prior work history with the health system, including location and dates if applicable

• Provide telemetry-level nursing care including cardiac monitoring, emergency response, and rapid response/code team support
• Dress code requires solid navy blue scrub attire for licensed nursing personnel
• Free parking available in designated surface lots
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• RTO requests must be submitted upfront during the application process
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within a 50-mile radius
• Former permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month waiting period, provided they reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
• May be required to float to sister facilities near the contracted location

American Traveler Job  #P-775008. 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.