Progressive Care Unit RN
Fort Myers, FL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,231/weekOverview
- Start Date01/15/2027
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration14 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care349 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jan 15, 2027
- Length: 14 weeks
- Openings: 5
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit position requiring 2+ years of PCU experience and FL or compact RN licensure.
Details
- Progressive Care Unit (GI SPCU) with 36 beds and a 4:1 patient ratio
- Nurses will work across two units (3E and 3W)
- 12-hour night shifts, 3 shifts per week
- Uses Epic EMR
- Floating required, with travelers prioritized to float, including to sister campuses within 15-20 minutes of the facility
Requirements
- Active RN license (FL or Compact) required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of PCU experience required
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred
- Driver's license address must match address on file with the Board of Nursing
- Required documents for consideration include SS card, driver's license, and COVID/Flu documentation
Additional Information
- Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility and must not own or cosign on any property within that radius
- Candidates must be prepared to secure full-time housing in the area and should not commute from outside the region
- No block scheduling requests accommodated
- All RTO must be submitted prior to consideration, as facility will not approve RTO after submission
- Orientation begins on a Friday, with remote orientation followed by an in-person visit for badge/ID
- Travelers are expected to integrate fully with core staff and demonstrate flexibility and teamwork
- Hard document deadline is the Monday prior to start date with no exceptions for pending documents
Facility
Gulf Coast Medical Center
6 nurses recommend working with Gulf Coast Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 349 beds
Employer
American Traveler
85 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah was truly perfect. Knowledgeable, responsive, caring, informative, and honest. I didn’t feel like I was apart of a sales scheme. She truly put me at ease during the process. I felt like she had my back and would work to find me what I was looking for. I look forward to working with American Traveler in the future.
Cons
No cons
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
About Fort Myers, FL
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Fort Myers, FL here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Fort Myers is slightly higher than the national average, primarily due to housing costs.
- Wages may not fully match up with the higher cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 91°F, and winter lows are around 53°F, making it an ideal winter getaway with year-round warm weather.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Fort Myers, especially in popular tourist areas and near the beaches.
- Fort Myers is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- Having a car is essential for getting around the city and exploring the surrounding areas.
- Fort Myers has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include allergies due to the local flora and fauna.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Fort Myers offers a variety of activities including exploring the winter homes of Henry Ford and Thomas Edison, visiting the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve, enjoying the beaches at Lynn Hall Memorial Park and Lover's Key State Park, and experiencing the local art, music, and sports scenes.
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