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American Traveler lists this Travel Telemetry / Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,131 per week opportunity in trade, Virginia. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Alexandria, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP 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: Oct 5, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit position requiring cardiac drip proficiency and prior travel nursing experience. Details Hospital-based PCU/Telemetry unit encompassing PCU, Medical Overflow, Observation, and Surgical areas Patient population includes stroke rule-out, chest pain, arrhythmias, abdominal pain, post-surgical, altered mental status, dehydration, AKI, CHF, GI hemorrhage, and sepsis cases Patient ratios are 1:4 for PCU, Overflow, and Observation, and 1:5 (rarely 1:6) for Medical and Surgical units Patient care techs available at ratios of 1:8-11 depending on unit RT equipment on unit includes CPAP and high flow oxygen Off-site tele monitoring with RNs required to read and interpret their own strips Uses EPIC EMR 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a Required to float to all PCU/Tele units within the hospital, including PCU, Observation, Overflow, Medical, and Surgical floors, with possible rare floats to ICU or ER Minimum of 4 weekend shifts required within a 6-week period No on-call requirements Requirements Active VA or compact RN license required Current AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required 1-2 years of experience required with proficiency in neuro assessments and basic cardiac drips Experience with cardizem, amiodarone, and heparin drips required, including drip titration EPIC EMR experience required Prior travel nursing experience required Must be able to read and interpret cardiac strips and pass an ECG exam Additional Information Provide direct patient care across multiple telemetry and progressive care unit settings based on hospital needs Respond to respiratory changes and escalate to physicians as needed Communicate strip changes and patient status updates to the care team Orientation includes 3 shifts across 3 different units in addition to general facility orientation Navy scrubs required Holiday coverage required for 1 major and 1 minor holiday Clock in by 6:53 AM and clock out by 7:23 AM for shift adherence American Traveler Job ID P- . 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 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.5c143e31-5e -b d
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trade, VA, 22304, US
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