Travel PCU RN - $1,681 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Florence, Alabama.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/03/2026
• 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 3, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care/Stepdown Unit position in Florence, AL, requiring cardiac drips and chest tube experience on a 13-week night shift contract.

Details

• Located on the 2nd floor PCU/Stepdown unit of a Level II Trauma Center
• 31-bed unit serving adult and geriatric patients with diagnoses including post-vascular surgery, post-CABG, CVA, respiratory failure, heart failure, chest pain, and post-cath lab
• Patient ratio of 1:4 to 1:5
• Equipment includes Baxter IV pumps and occasional epidural pumps
• EMR: Meditech
• Night shift schedule: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating may occasionally be required to med/surg
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active AL or Compact RN license required
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required (3+ years preferred)
• ADN or BSN required
• Experience with cardiac drips and chest tubes required
• Critical care stepdown or PCU experience preferred
• TR band experience preferred
• Social Security number and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• Weekly orientation is held on Mondays
• Royal blue scrubs required
• Candidates must not reside within 60 miles of the facility to qualify for this travel position
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Full-time employment elsewhere is not permitted during this assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-734390. 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.