Travel PCU Float RN - $1,966 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PCU Float position requiring Epic proficiency, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications, and flexibility to float across MS, MS/Tele, and PCU units on night shift.

Details

• Float position covering all MS, MS/Tele, and PCU units within the hospital
• Adult to geriatric patient population with diagnoses spanning medical-surgical, telemetry, and progressive care
• Patient ratios: 1:4–5 on PCU; 1:5–6 on MS and MS/Tele units
• EMR: Epic (required); Pyxis medication dispensing system also in use
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:00
• Every other weekend required (approximately 6 weekends over a 13-week contract)
• Floating to all MS, MS/Tele, and PCU units is required
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license — GA or Compact license required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency with IV therapy, peripheral line care, central line care, and blood product administration
• Experience with cardiac telemetry monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (titration and non-titration)
• Respiratory skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, high-flow nasal cannula, tracheostomy care, and non-invasive airway management
• Two supervisory references (manager level or above) are highly preferred for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Scrub color: Navy Blue
• Previous charge nurse experience is preferred
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience are preferred
• RTO must be finalized prior to offer — no schedule changes or RTO requests are permitted after offer or once on-site; RTO cannot be requested during the first week of the assignment
• Maximum 7 days of RTO per contract
• Holiday coverage policy: if 1–2 major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work all of them; if 3 major holidays fall within the assignment, travelers are expected to work 2 (one holiday RTO request may be considered) — major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• Candidates who have previously worked at or applied to this health system as permanent, per diem, or float pool staff must have been away from all system facilities for a full year before being eligible as a traveler
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate
• Travel pairs are not permitted to be assigned to the same shift on the same unit

American Traveler Job ID #P-734265. 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

About 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.