Travel PCU​/Stepdown Registered Nurse

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in South Charleston, West Virginia.

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

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking a skilled RN for a Stepdown/PCU assignment with travel and critical care experience in an acute care setting.

• Work in an acute hospital environment on a PCU/Stepdown unit
• Care for post-operative vascular, hemodynamically stable cardiac, CVA, sepsis, renal, stable acute MI, unstable angina, and post-cardiac cath patients
• Unit has 11 beds with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Uses Epic EMR system
• Shift is 12 hours, , with rotating weekends and rotational holiday coverage required
• Float required to ICU, Med-Surg Telemetry, and may provide care for PCU/ICU patients in the Emergency Department
• RNs must titrate drips including insulin, Cardizem, heparin, amiodarone, and low-dose dopamine
• RT equipment includes Cpap, Bipap, high flow O2, mechanical ventilation via tracheostomy, and specialty beds
• Monitor Tech support 24/7; RNs are responsible for reading telemetry strips
• Two 12-hour orientation shifts with a preceptor and full day of nursing orientation provided
• Abbreviated initial skills checklist due within 90 days of start
• Navy solid-color scrubs required for RN/LPNs, with guidelines for undershirts and outerwear; closed-toe shoes required
• Unit supported by a charge nurse and 24/7 house supervisor
• One PCT (CNA) supports the unit; nurses assist with general care and unit clerk duties as needed
• No local travelers; candidates must live outside a 50-mile radius from facility
• Returning travelers must have a 2-year break from any WVU Medicine location and may not work within the system for longer than one year cumulatively, after which a 2-year break is required
• Pass/fail EKG testing may be required
• Rotational holiday coverage is expected

• Active WV or compact RN license required
• Minimum 1-2 years of recent critical care experience and prior travel experience required
• Current BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA), and NIHSS certifications required
• Experience with ICU-level skill set, including Bipap, Cpap, mechanical ventilation, telemetry, critical drips, and post-cardiac cath care
• Experience titrating drips
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Ability to float to various units as needed
• Arterial line, post fem-pop, post endarterectomy, ECAR, and TVAR experience preferred

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job  #P-661183. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown

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.