Travel PCU​/Tele RN Float Pool

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

• Specialty:
  Cardiac PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  01/11/2027
• 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:
  
  Jan 11, 2027
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced PCU/Tele RN for a float pool position requiring strong PCU/Tele background and WA or compact RN license.

• Float position covering PCU, Telemetry, Med Surg, and ER Holding within scope of practice
• Majority of shifts will likely be spent in the ED Holding area rather than the home PCU 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, and post-cath cases
• Patient ratios are 1:4 on PCU and 1:5-6 on Med Surg
• 12-hour night shifts from , with some  shifts possible
• 36 hours per week with weekend rotation every other weekend, occasionally back-to-back
• No on-call requirements
• Schedule is built in 3-week increments, provided 7-10 days in advance, with no self-scheduling and no guaranteed patterned schedule
• May float to a second hospital location approximately 2.5 miles away with advance notice
• 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 of 1 year of recent experience required
• Strong PCU/Tele experience and previous float pool experience required for first-time traveler consideration
• Experience with post-CABG/TAVR cardiac care required
• Skilled in IV medication titration, cardiac rhythm interpretation, BiPAP management, ostomy and drain care, tracheostomy care, chest tubes, and lumbar drains
• TR Bands experience preferred
• Epic EMR experience required

• Supported by CNA staff, a charge RN without a patient assignment, 24/7 hospitalist and respiratory therapy coverage, and on-call cardiac and specialty physicians
• Orientation includes 1 day of general hospital orientation and 1 day of unit orientation on the PCU unit
• Traveler telemetry competency assessment required
• Responsibilities include completing whiteboards, hourly rounding documentation, and bedside shift report
• Saline flushes must be treated as medication and not left at bedside or in scrub pockets
• Two-nurse verification required when wasting narcotics or benzodiazepines
• Pain must be documented before and after administering pain medication (30 minutes for IV, 1 hour for oral)
• Scheduled breaks are required
• Professional solid-color scrubs required
• Free parking available in a parking garage
• RTO requests of up to 5 days can be approved
• First-time travelers will be considered if they have strong PCU/Tele and float pool experience

American Traveler Job  #P-771889. 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.