Travel ED Holding​/PCU Float Pool RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• 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 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Nursing Float Pool position supporting PCU/ED Holding on night shift, requiring WA or compact RN license and at least 2 years of PCU experience.

• Work within the Nursing Float Pool, primarily supporting the ED Holding unit with floating to PCU, ICU, and Med-Surg areas as needed
• 12-hour night shift schedule, 36 hours per week
• ED Holding has mixed diagnoses with ratios of 1:2 for ICU, 1:4 for PCU, and 1:5 for MS patients
• PCU unit has 40 beds with ratios of 1:4 depending on acuity
• Floating required within scope of practice, including partial shifts across units such as MSICU, CVICU, PCU, CCU, Medical, Surgical, Flex Unit, and Rehab
• Uses EPIC EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing system
• No on-call requirements
• Weekend scheduling varies based on unit needs
• Schedules provided three weeks at a time

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU experience required
• Experience with cardiac rhythm interpretation, chest tubes, lumbar drains, and tracheostomy care
• Required IV med titration experience (Amiodarone, Cardizem, nitro, dopamine, dobutamine, non-DKA insulin, heparin, occasionally Cardene)
• Strong communication and patient education skills required
• Traveler Telemetry Competency required upon orientation

• Primary unit assignment will be ED Holding per nurse manager direction, supporting a fast-paced environment with mixed diagnoses and isolation/non-ambulatory patients
• Must be flexible and resourceful given varied patient types and acuities
• 24/7 support available from Respiratory Therapy, Hospitalists, and Intensivists
• Orientation includes 2 days of hospital orientation and 1 day on the assigned unit
• Must call staffing office 30-45 minutes prior to each shift to receive assignment
• Must arrive on time to assigned unit by 0700 or 1900, with no early clock-ins permitted
• No holiday requests, self-scheduling, or on-call shifts
• Time off requests up to 5 days may be approved in advance; additional time off requires added days at the end of the assignment
• First-time travelers will be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-771044. 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.