PCU RN
Johnson City, TN
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Level I trauma center, requiring TN or compact RN licensure and at least 1 year of recent PCU experience.

Details

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a Level I trauma hospital
• Night shift schedule (3x12 hours, 18:30-7:00)
• 36/36, 36/48, and 48/48 schedules available
• Patient ratio of 1:5 on PCU, floating ratio 1:7 on Med-Surg Tele
• Floating required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active TN or compact RN license required
• AHA BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA certification only accepted)
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year of PCU experience within the past 2 years
• Level I Trauma center experience required
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Skilled in respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP management, ventilator care, chest tubes, high flow nasal cannula, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (titration preferred)
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and rapid response/code team activation
• Must complete Relias EKG testing within 72 hours of signing
• Must complete drug screening 12-14 calendar days prior to start
• Facial hair must be trimmed or removed to meet CDC fit testing guidelines

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care to cardiac, telemetry, neurological, and post-surgical patients in a progressive care setting
• Participate in nursing student support and clinical education alongside clinical care duties
• General orientation begins on Sundays with online CBL modules, averaging 4-5 non-billable hours
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Must reside 100 miles or more from the facility's service area; local candidates are not accepted
• Hospital may cancel or call off one shift biweekly without financial penalty due to census needs