PCU RN
Bristol, TN
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a PCU/Progressive Care Unit position requiring 2 years of experience, ACLS, and an active TN or Compact RN license.

Details

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in a hospital setting, with floating required to other units including MS/Tele at a 1:7 ratio
• Patient population includes cardiac telemetry, neuro (CVA, TBI), gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, orthopedic, and renal cases
• Patient ratio of 1:4 on the PCU
• Night shift, 4x12-hour shifts, 18:30–07:00
• Schedule options: 36/36, 36/48, or 48/48
• Every other weekend required, rotating holidays
• No on-call responsibilities
• Epic EMR, experience required
• Charting via Epic is required

Requirements

• Active RN license — TN state or Compact license required and must be in hand at time of consideration
• Current AHA certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• 1:4 patient ratio experience required
• IV therapy, phlebotomy, blood product administration, and peripheral line care experience required
• Experience with respiratory management including BiPAP/CPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, tracheostomy care, and ABG interpretation required
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and telemetry required
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (no titration), heparin protocols, and PCA required
• Two supervisor references from within the past 2 years required for consideration
• Facial hair must be trimmed or removed to comply with CDC fit testing guidelines
• Must reside more than 100 miles from the facility to be eligible

Additional Information

• Previous charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Preferred skills include PICC line management, total joint replacement care, and ortho trauma
• Responsibilities include nursing student support and clinical education in addition to direct patient care
• Orientation begins on Sundays with online CBL modules (approximately 4–5 hours, non-billable)
• Drug test must be completed within 12–14 calendar days prior to start; candidates should have no prior engagements during this window and must be willing to return for a second lab visit if needed
• Local candidates are not accepted; candidates must reside more than 100 miles from the facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply