Travel PCU Float RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in San Diego, California.

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

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 18 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a PCU Float position requiring 2 years of PCU experience and the flexibility to work across multiple hospital campuses on night shift.

• Float pool position covering multiple PCU/IMU units across four hospital campuses (La Jolla, Hillcrest, La Mesa)
• May also float to the Emergency Department Inpatient Overflow (EDIP) unit as needed
• Patient population includes general medicine, surgical, neuro, onc, cardiac, and ortho cases
• Patient ratios: IMU 1:3, Telemetry 1:4, Medical-Surgical 1:5
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (7:00 PM-7:00 AM)
• EMR: EPIC; also uses Pyxis
• Schedule is provided four weeks in advance with no blocked or self-scheduling
• RN receives a phone call 2 hours before each shift confirming facility assignment
• Floating required to all PCU units and down to Medical-Surgical based on census
• May be reassigned primarily to a new East Campus unit requiring cardiology/neuro skills if it becomes active during the contract

• Active CA RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of PCU experience required
• Minimum 1 year of acute care experience required
• IV start, Telemetry, Phlebotomy, and A-line experience required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• CPI Blue Card (Crisis Prevention Institute) required in-hand for all float RNs
• EPIC EMR experience required and must be reflected in work history
• Two supervisor/manager references required, including at least one from the specific unit within the last year

• Holiday coverage required for 2 of the following 3:
  Christmas Eve/Day, Thanksgiving Day/after, New Year's Eve/Day
• First-time travelers are accepted for this unit
• Locals accepted at the same rate as travel candidates
• Candidates will float within the hospital system or to affiliate hospitals based on census and unit needs
• Former UCSD permanent staff must have been separated for at least 1 year to return as a traveler
• Up to 7 days of RTO permitted per contract, with no RTO allowed in the first 21 days

American Traveler Job  #P-761952. 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.