PCU RN
Plattsburgh, NY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Oct 19, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for an Intermediate Care/PCU position requiring an active NY RN license, telemetry experience, and night shift availability.

Details

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) within a 341-bed hospital designated as a Level 2 trauma center
• Adult patient population including acute coronary syndrome, heart failure, post PTCA/stent, drug toxicity, and ETOH withdrawal cases requiring advanced monitoring
• 3:1 nurse-to-patient ratio with CNA/PCT support (3 staff per shift) and telemetry tech assistance
• 12-hour night shift schedule (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM), 36 hours per week
• Weekend requirement of every other weekend or as needed for unit coverage
• Float required as part of the Resource Float team, prioritized to appropriate units
• No on-call responsibilities
• Holiday coverage required if needed
• Documentation via Epic EMR and MAK medication system

Requirements

• Active NY RN license, or proof of pending application with applied date, required for consideration
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required, with NIHSS completed prior to start
• Minimum of 1 year telemetry/PCU nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience within the past 2 years required
• Experience with insulin drips, cardiac drips, IV starts, and post cardiac cath care required
• Reliable personal transportation required due to lack of public transit access

Additional Information

• Nurses will function as part of the unit's Resource Float team
• Dress code includes navy blue or white scrubs, closed-toe nonskid shoes, minimal jewelry, professional groomed hair, no beards, and no artificial nail polish
• Orientation runs 1-2 days with bi-weekly start dates
• Holiday coverage required for 2 of the following 3 holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas/Christmas Eve, and New Year's Day/Eve
• First-time travelers are welcome, though prior travel experience is preferred
• Personal vehicle recommended, with all-season or snow tires advised for winter months
• Local candidates accepted, with pay tiers based on direct-line mileage from the facility (local within 50 miles, radius 51-100 miles, travel 101+ miles)