Travel PCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Potsdam, New York.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring recent PCU/IMC experience and a NY RN license in hand.

• Mixed acuity PCU unit caring for MS Tele and MS patients
• Patient diagnoses include surgical pre/post care for ENT, general surgery, trauma surgery, and ortho surgery, plus overflow medical patients
• Rare pediatric patients; travelers only assigned if experienced with this population
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-07:00)
• Patient ratios of 1:3-5 for days/weekends and 1:3-7 for nights, adjusted by acuity
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required to sister units including West 2, West 3, and the Observation unit
• Uses Epic for charting, Pyxis for medication administration, and SBAR for communication
• 12-hour unit orientation provided

• Active NY RN license required in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• PALS and TCAR certification preferred
• Minimum 1 year of recent experience required
• PCU/IMC experience within the last 3 years required
• Epic charting experience required
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
• Strong MS Tele skills required including interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Skilled in IV insulin protocols and titration of insulin drips
• Experience with feeding tube care, continuous bladder irrigation, and renal failure management
• Proficient in accessing ports, blood product administration, and central/peripheral/PICC line care
• Skilled in starting IVs, phlebotomy, and heparin protocols
• Experience managing cardiac drips (titration required), PCA, and thrombolytic agents
• Experience with CVA, seizure disorders, and substance withdrawal care
• Ortho trauma experience including peripheral nerve block catheters, total joint replacements, traction, and mastectomy care
• Respiratory skills including chest tube management, CPAP/BIPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy care
• Knowledge of isolation precautions and wound care/wound vac management

• Provide nursing care across a mixed acuity unit with complex medical-surgical and telemetry patients
• Candidates must live more than 50 miles from the facility
• Maximum RTO of 7 days
• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• First-time travelers are accepted
• Returning staff must wait 6 months system-wide before reapplying
• Scrubs must be any solid color

American Traveler Job  #P-769290. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.