Job Description

Job Description

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: 01/05/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

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Job Description\n

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PCU telemetry position requiring EPIC experience and a current FL or compact RN license.

\n \n Responsibilities\n

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a hospital setting
• Provides care for telemetry patients with a 1:5 nurse-patient ratio
• Night shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts (19:00–07:00)
• Requires every other weekend or a total of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week period, determined by unit needs
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required to other PCU units or locations within the health system
• Uses EPIC EMR; experience required
• Primary responsibility is caring for PCU patients requiring telemetry monitoring
• Floating may include assignments at Cape Canaveral, Holmes Regional, Palm Bay, or Viera locations
• Any color scrubs allowed, but tops and bottoms must match; no logos or prints
• Free parking is provided with a decal at orientation
• Timekeeping is managed via Kronos with badge swipe
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers

\n \n Requirements\n

• Active FL or compact RN license required at time of consideration
• Minimum 1 year of PCU or telemetry RN experience required
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• EPIC EMR experience required
• First-time travelers are not accepted
• Must provide two professional references from authority figures within the past year
• Flu vaccine required between 10/31 and 3/31, with medical or religious exemptions accepted
• Candidates must have a one-year gap since any previous contracted employment with the health system

\n Benefits\n

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

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American Traveler Job ID #P-643722. 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.

 

Job Tags

Daily paid, Local area, Shift work, Night shift, Weekend work,

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