Travel PCU Registered Nurse - $1,894 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Cardiac PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/31/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac Telemetry position requiring a minimum of 2 years cardiac floor experience and NC or Compact RN license.

• Cardiac Telemetry unit within a hospital setting
• Patient diagnoses include Atrial Fibrillation, CHF, ACS, CAD, valve disorders, cardiomyopathy, PVD/PAD, vasculitis, and carotid stenosis
• Supports patients undergoing procedures such as CABG, AVR, MVR, TAVR, Mitral Clip, LAAO/Watchman, VATS, carotid endarterectomy, and vascular surgeries
• Patient ratios vary by acuity: 1:4 for surgical step-down and 1:5-6 for lower acuity
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (18:45-07:15), 36 hours per week
• Contract lengths range from 13 to 26 weeks
• Weekend requirement of 4 shifts per 4-week period (flexible)
• Floating required per unit rotation, though not first to float
• Uses Pyxis, EPIC, and SBAR communication systems
• Utilizes equipment including Doppler, bladder scanner, EKG, femoral sheaths, TR band, Fem-stop, chest tubes, and epicardial pacing wires

• Active RN license (NC or Compact); pending license accepted at time of submission
• BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of cardiac floor experience required
• Prior traveler experience required unless candidate has more than 24 months of cardiac experience
• EPIC charting experience preferred
• Skilled in cardiac telemetry, PCU/DOU/IMC/stepdown care, sheath removal, and interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• Experience managing cardiac drips (titration and non-titration) required
• Experience with chest tubes (Emerson/Pleur Evac), external CPAP/BIPAP, nasal cannula, and non-invasive airway management required
• Arterial line management, wound care/wound vac, and charge nurse experience preferred
• Must pass EKG testing prior to start

• Provide direct patient care for cardiac and thoracic surgical patients, including post-cath, post-DCCV, and post-electrophysiology procedure monitoring
• Support pacemaker placement patients and manage sheath care post-procedure
• Unit orientation is 24 hours
• Navy scrubs required
• Must be willing to be part of the Storm Team/Hurricane Team and may be required to report during catastrophic events or mass casualty situations
• Contract staff may be reassigned to other units as needed if consolidation to a centralized office occurs mid-contract
• Local candidates within 50 miles accepted at a lower rate
• Previous PERM/PRN/EP employees of the health system must wait 12 months before applying and disclose employment history for facility approval
• RTO of 7 days or less can be auto-approved (excluding holidays); no RTO permitted during the first week of assignment
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• Travel pairs are allowed if placed on different units with separate transportation
• First-time travelers will be considered only if they have more than 24 months of cardiac experience

American Traveler Job  #P-729019. 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
- 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.