Travel Cardiac PCU RN - $1,792 per week

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

• Specialty:
  Cardiac PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• 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:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Cardiac PCU position requiring at least 1 year of cardiology experience and NC or compact RN licensure.

• ,ic Medical Center, Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
• 28-bed unit with an average census of 26
• Cares for patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome, heart failure, NSTEMI/STEMI, chest pain rule-out, post cardiac catheterization, post EP procedures (pacemaker, ICD, ablation), arrhythmia management, and vascular conditions such as PAD, AAA repair, and DVT/PE
• RN to patient ratio of 1:4-5 and CNA to patient ratio of 1:11-14
• 12-hour day shifts ) totaling 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• No on-call or call-back requirements
• Floating required to 7 Reynolds, 5 Reynolds, Day Hospital, or 5CC West
• Uses Epic EMR, Alaris IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Philips monitors
• Support team includes CNAs, HUC/receptionist, charge nurse, 24/7 respiratory therapy, hospitalist, and intensivist coverage
• Telemetry monitoring performed by a tech, with nurses responsible for verifying strips once per shift

• Active RN license (NC or Compact) currently in hand
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of recent cardiology/cardiac PCU experience required
• Cardiac rhythm interpretation and post-procedural cardiac care skills required
• Must be comfortable titrating multiple gtts including Argatroban, Digoxin, Diltiazem, Dobutamine, Dofetilide, Dopamine, Esmolol, Lasix, Insulin, Labetalol, Lidocaine, Milrinone, Nicardipine, Nitroglycerine, Sotalol, and Tirofiban
• Epic EMR experience preferred
• Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration
• At least one professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN

• Provide direct nursing care to a cardiac PCU patient population including post-procedural and arrhythmia management cases
• Work within a Level 1 Trauma, academic teaching hospital with designated Chest Pain and Stroke Center status
• Unit culture emphasizes teamwork and a family-oriented atmosphere
• Orientation includes New Employee Orientation plus 2 days of departmental orientation
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Free on-site parking provided
• Holiday coverage required for 75% of designated holidays
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Clinical interview required prior to placement
• Must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility to be eligible, as local candidates are not accepted
• Previous employees must be separated from any Advocate Health Southeast facility for at least 1 year after working a permanent position before being eligible for a travel assignment

American Traveler Job  #P-736989. 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.