Travel PCU RN - $1,895 per week
american travelerMelbourne (FL)
$1,895 per week
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american travelerMelbourne (FL)
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$1,895 per week
About the role
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Melbourne, Florida. Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 12/07/2026
Duration: 13 weeks36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
Hours: 36 hrs/wkStart Date: Dec 7, 2026 Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 2Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring active FL or compact RN license and 2 years of PCU/telemetry experience. Details Progressive Care Unit (PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown) setting within a hospital environment Cardiac telemetry, neuro stepdown, and MS/Tele patient populations including CVA and cardiac cath/surgery cases Patient ratio of 1:5Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-07:00No on-call requirements Weekend work required every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week period Float requirement to other units or sister facilities including Cape Canaveral, Holmes Regional, Palm Bay, or VieraEpic charting system experience required
Requirements:
- Active FL or compact RN license required at time of consideration, no pending licenses accepted
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications requiredCPI certification preferred
- Minimum 2 years of recent PCU/telemetry nursing experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience required
- Teaching hospital, community hospital, and Trauma Level I/II experience preferred
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred
- Skilled in IV therapy, central/PICC/peripheral line management, and blood product administrationSkilled in BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube care, ABG interpretation, and oxygen administrationSkilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and rapid response/code team participation
- Experience with heparin protocols, cardiac/vasoactive drip management, and procedural sedation monitoring
- Experience with wound care/wound vac, IV insulin protocols, and pre/post hemodialysis management
- Two supervisory references (Manager, Supervisor, Charge Nurse, or Director) dated within the past year required for consideration
- Flu vaccine required during flu season (10/31-3/31) with medical or religious exemptions only
Additional Information:
- Provide comprehensive nursing care to cardiac telemetry, neuro stepdown, and PCU patients including dysrhythmia management and cardiac drip monitoring
- Support pre/post cardiac catheterization, cardiac surgery, and sheath removal procedures
- Manage respiratory needs including BiPAP/CPAP, high flow nasal cannula, and chest tube care
- Scrubs of any color permitted, no mixing of top/bottom colors, and no logos or prints allowed
- Free parking available with decal provided at orientation
- Holiday and hurricane coverage requirements apply as determined by unit needs
- Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers with no radius restriction
- First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
- Former employees or contracted staff must wait at least one year after separation before returning as a traveler
- Candidates who attended institutions on the facility's restricted school list are not eligibleRTO requests must be submitted at the time of consideration and are reviewed during the interview process; additional requests after interview are not accepted
- Travel pairs are permitted with unit leader approval, though matching schedules are not guaranteed
- Block scheduling cannot be guaranteed
- American Traveler Job ID #P-765333. 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 UnitAbout American Traveler
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.
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