Travel Progressive Care Unit 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:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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 Progressive Care Unit position requiring telemetry experience and WA or compact RN licensure at a Level III Trauma Center.

• PCU setting with 40 private beds, including rooms capable of negative air pressure and 4 with ante rooms
• Patient population includes respiratory failure, sepsis, GIB, alcohol withdrawal, complicated surgeries, decompensating oncology, diabetic or renal complications, CHF, COPD, PNA, and comfort care
• Continuous telemetry monitoring for all patients
• RN to patient ratio of 1:3-4 with approximately 13 RNs staffed per shift
• CNA support available at 1:10 ratio
• 12-hour night shifts from
• Weekend scheduling varies based on unit needs
• Schedules provided three weeks at a time
• Floating required to ICU, CCU, Observation, ED Holding, and overflow areas, with travelers floated first
• Floating to MS units occurs at a 1:5 ratio when applicable
• Uses EPIC (preferred), Alaris, Pyxis, and Philips Mp50 wireless bedside monitors

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1.5 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year in PCU
• Telemetry experience required, including cardiac rhythm interpretation
• Experience with trach care, CIWA protocol, BiPAP, central line maintenance/management, and tube/drain management
• Experience administering medications such as Cardizem, heparin, insulin (non-DKA), nitroglycerin, Lasix, and Dilaudid
• Chest tube management and experience with Dopamine or nicardipine preferred
• Must complete and pass the Traveler Telemetry Competency exam prior to start

• Provide direct care to progressive care patients requiring continuous telemetry monitoring
• Unit supported by a free-floating charge nurse, resource nurses for day and night shifts, 24/7 respiratory therapy and hospitalist coverage, and day-shift OT, PT, and ST
• Additional support includes phlebotomy and IV/VAT teams
• Orientation includes hospital NEO classes, EPIC training, safe patient handling, and glucose training, followed by a 12-hour unit orientation with a preceptor
• COVID vaccination required
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-771040. 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.