Travel Cardiac PCU RN

Company: American Traveler
Location: Winston Salem
Posted on: March 22, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 03/30/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 48 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview - Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs - Hours: 48 hrs/wk - Start Date: Mar 30, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Level 1 Trauma Academic Medical Center in Winston-Salem, NC, requiring cardiology experience and proficiency with vasoactive drip titration. Details - 12-hour night shifts with an 1830 start time - 28-bed Cardiac PCU with an average census of 26 - Patient population includes Acute Coronary Syndrome, heart failure, NSTEMI/STEMI, chest pain rule-out, post-cardiac cath (PCI with or without stent), post-EP procedures (pacemaker insertion, ICD, ablation), arrhythmia management, and vascular conditions including Peripheral Artery Disease, AAA repair, and DVT/PE - RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4–5; CNA support ratio of 1:11–14 - Every other weekend rotation required - Travelers are expected to work 75% of assigned holidays - Floating within the cardiology division first, then to any med-surg unit within the hospital, including centralized telemetry; facility-wide float to other units is for emergency situations only - No on-call or call-back requirements - EMR: Epic - IV pumps: Alaris; medication dispensing: Omnicell; patient monitors: Philips Requirements - Active NC RN license or a Compact RN license currently in hand - Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) - Minimum 1 year of cardiology nursing experience, with most recent experience within the last year - Proficiency in cardiac rhythm interpretation and cardiac post-procedural care - Must be comfortable titrating vasoactive and cardiac drips including Argatroban, Digoxin, Diltiazem, Dobutamine, Dofetilide, Dopamine, Esmolol, Lasix, Insulin, Labetalol, Lidocaine, Milrinone, Nicardipine, Nitroglycerin, Sotalol, and Tirofiban - Epic EMR experience - Last 4 digits of SSN and full date of birth required for consideration - Minimum 1 professional reference dated within the past year from a Supervisor, Manager, Director, or Charge RN Additional Information - Level 1 Trauma Center and Academic Medical Center with a Chest Pain Center and Stroke Center - Unit support includes CNAs (vital signs, blood glucose checks, safety rounds, and ADLs), a Receptionist/HUC, charge nurse, 24/7 Respiratory Therapy, 24/7 Hospitalist, and 24/7 Intensivist coverage; phlebotomy available for peripheral blood draws; no IV/VAT team on unit - Nurses are responsible for monitoring and verifying telemetry strips once per shift; no dedicated telemetry monitoring tech - Orientation includes hospital-wide NEO followed by 2 days of departmental orientation - Royal blue scrubs required - Free, on-site parking available - Unit culture emphasizes teamwork in a family-oriented environment - Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; local candidates are not accepted - Former permanent employees of any AHSE facility must have been separated for at least 1 year before being eligible - First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-683156. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.

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