Travel PCU 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 Registered Nurse for an Intermediate Care/Stepdown Unit position requiring Level II Trauma Center experience and a TX or compact RN license.

• Intermediate Care/Stepdown Unit (IMC) within a short-term acute care, Level II Trauma Center hospital
• Patient population requires cardiac drip management, post cath lab procedural care, and trach/vent care
• Patient ratio of 1:4
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-7:00)
• Weekend commitment of 6 shifts per schedule period
• Floating required between units and possibly between sister facilities
• No on-call requirements
• 48-hour work weeks approved

• Active TX or compact RN license required, in hand at time of consideration
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required (CPI preferred)
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience required, 2+ years in Progressive Care or Intermediate/Stepdown preferred
• Prior Charge RN experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Level II Trauma Center experience required;
  Level I Trauma, teaching hospital, and community hospital experience preferred
• Skills required include IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, blood product administration, ventilator and tracheostomy care, and cardiac dysrhythmia management
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

• Provide stepdown-level nursing care including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and post-procedural care for cardiac and respiratory patients
• Utilize rapid response and code teams as needed for patient emergencies
• Dress code requires solid navy blue uniforms or scrub attire for licensed nursing staff
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All RTO and scheduling requests must be submitted upfront prior to offer; limited flexibility afterward
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility unless accepted as a local candidate at a lower bill rate
• Former permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month waiting period, provided they reside outside the 50-mile radius
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply, provided required experience is met

American Traveler Job  #P-769279. 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
- Intermediate Care

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.