Travel PCU Float Pool RN - $1,852 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 8 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: 8 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) float pool position at a Level 2 Trauma, academic teaching hospital in Rome, GA, requiring a GA or compact RN license and PCU specialty experience.

Details

• Float pool position covering all Med/Surg and Critical Care areas, including ED boarders, ICU, and ER as needed
• Level 2 Trauma Designation academic teaching hospital with a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center (361 licensed beds)
• PCU (High Acuity Unit) patient ratio is 1:3
• Common PCU diagnoses include chest pain, cardiac arrhythmias, CHF, stroke, seizures, ACS, sepsis, acute respiratory failure, and post-cardiac angiography care
• Specialized equipment in use includes cardiac monitors, Glucommander, BiPap, ventilators, Alaris pumps, and Precision BBG monitors
• EMR: Epic (experience preferred)
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p–7a, 36 hours per week
• Every other weekend rotation required
• On-call may be requested when census is low, though this is rare
• 70% of assigned holidays must be worked

Requirements

• Active GA or compact RN license required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and CPI (CPI may be provided by facility if not currently held)
• Minimum 2 years of PCU or relevant specialty experience required, with most recent experience within the last year
• PCU skills required: arrhythmia monitoring and knowledge of cardiac titratable drips
• At least 1 professional reference from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN dated within the past year
• Must provide last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth for consideration

Additional Information

• Orientation consists of one week of new employee orientation (Mon–Fri, 8am–4:30pm), followed by 2–3 days of departmental orientation on the floor
• Department support includes CNAs/nurse techs, respiratory therapists, phlebotomists, safety sitters, virtual patient observers (VPO), a virtual RN (currently on 4 West), and security
• Navy scrubs are required; free parking is available on-site
• Department culture emphasizes teamwork, mutual support, timely response to call lights, and prompt attention to telemetry alerts
• First-time travelers will be considered, though experienced travelers are preferred
• Candidates who have previously worked a permanent position at an AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible
• Local candidates are accepted with no radius rule — the same rate applies to local travelers at GA facilities

American Traveler Job ID #P-735555. 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.