Travel PCU​/Stepdown RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/02/2026
• 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 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Night Shift RN for a PCU/Stepdown position requiring cardiac drip titration experience and a WA or compact RN license.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU/Stepdown) of a Level II Trauma Center and teaching hospital
• Patient ratios of 1:4-5
• Night shift schedule, three 12-hour shifts (19:00-7:00)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required between units, with travelers prioritized to float to Telemetry or Med-Surg floors if overstaffed
• May also float between sister facilities within the state
• Uses Epic EMR

• Active WA state or compact RN license required in hand at submission
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of PCU or stepdown nursing experience required
• Cardiac drip titration and management experience is a hardstop requirement
• Epic EMR experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Prior charge nurse experience preferred
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years required

• Provide cardiac telemetry and stepdown level nursing care, including cardiac and vasoactive drip titration
• Manage respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomy care
• Perform IV therapy, central and PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Support cardiovascular care including pacemaker management, post cardiac catheterization, and sheath removal care
• Candidates may choose one holiday off between Thanksgiving or Christmas, but not both
• Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• RTO requests must be submitted upfront; post-offer RTO requests may not be accommodated
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility
• Local candidates accepted at a lower bill rate within a 50-mile radius
• 48-hour work weeks approved

American Traveler Job  #P-770155. 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.