Travel PCU​/Tele Float Pool RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  01/11/2027
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Jan 11, 2027
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit float pool position requiring PCU/Tele experience and a WA or compact RN license.

• Float pool role within a hospital setting, floating within scope of practice to PCU, Tele, Med Surg, and ER Holding units
• Most contract time will likely be spent in the ED Holding area rather than a fixed home unit
• Patient population includes neuro, trauma, surgical, and medical cases such as respiratory compromise, sepsis, renal failure, bleeding disorders, CHF, COPD, pneumonia, ortho, and strokes
• Cardiac stepdown and cardiac short stay patients including post-CABG/TAVR, STEMI, fem-pop, pacemaker, ablation, chest pain observation, post-cath, and TR band cases
• Patient ratios are 1:4 on PCU and 1:5-6 on Med Surg
• May float to a second hospital location approximately 2.5 miles away, with advance notice provided when possible
• 12-hour day or night shifts  or )
• 36 hours per week with an every-other-weekend rotation, occasionally back-to-back
• No on-call requirements
• Schedules are built in 3-week increments and provided 7-10 days in advance, with no self-scheduling or guaranteed shift patterns
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, and Pyxis medication dispensing system

• Active WA or compact RN license required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
• Prior PCU/Tele and float pool experience required for first-time traveler consideration
• Experience with 24-hour post-CABG/TAVR patient care required
• Skills required include IV medication titration, cardiac rhythm interpretation, BiPAP management, ostomy care, general drain management, tracheostomy care, chest tube management, and lumbar drain management
• TR bands experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience required

• Support team includes CNA, charge RN without a patient assignment, 24/7 hospitalist coverage, 24/7 respiratory therapy, and on-call cardiac and specialty physicians
• Orientation includes 1 day of general hospital orientation and 1 day (12 hours) of PCU unit orientation
• Traveler telemetry competency required
• Responsibilities include maintaining whiteboards, hourly rounding with documentation, and bedside shift report
• Saline flushes are treated as medication and must not be left at bedside or in scrub pockets
• Two-nurse verification required when wasting controlled medications such as narcotics and benzodiazepines
• Pain must be documented before and after administering pain medication (30 minutes for IV, 1 hour for oral)
• Any solid, professional-colored scrubs are acceptable
• Free parking available in a parking garage
• Up to 5 days of RTO can be approved
• First-time travelers considered with strong PCU/Tele and float pool experience

American Traveler Job  #P-759924. 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.