PCU RN
Greensburg, PA
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,946/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care270 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
- Hours: 48 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a PCU RN for a night shift position requiring telemetry experience and a PA or compact RN license.
Details
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown) setting within a hospital
- Night shift schedule (4x12 Hours, 19:00-7:30)
- Patient ratio of 1:6
- Floating required within the hospital and to sister facilities within a 10-mile radius if needed
- Cardiac telemetry, MS/Tele, and telemetry oncology patient populations
Requirements
- Active PA or Compact RN license required
- Minimum 1 year of PCU/telemetry experience required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA only)
- Cerner charting experience preferred
- Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
- Previous charge experience preferred
- Skills required include cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, and oxygen administration
- Experience with PICC line management and ABG interpretation preferred
- Experience with thrombolytic agents, pacemakers, and TR Band preferred
- Total joint replacement and traction experience preferred
- SSN, DOB, RTO, and valid driver's license required for consideration
- Two supervisor references preferred
Additional Information
- Provide telemetry and cardiac monitoring care to PCU patients, including management of dysrhythmias and emergency response
- Must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
- Local candidates are not accepted for this position
- Candidates must be willing to float within the hospital and to sister facilities within a 10-mile radius
- Candidates must be available to work every other holiday
- Travel pairs may be accepted based on facility need, though matching schedules cannot be guaranteed
- Former permanent employees of the health system must have been separated for at least 2 years before applying through an agency
- Travelers are limited to a cumulative year of assignments within the health system before requiring a two-year break
- Travelers may only be submitted to one facility within the health system at a time
- Fingerprinting, drug screen, and required labs must be completed within 24-48 hours of signing
- First-time travelers are not required to have prior travel experience for consideration
Facility
Excela Westmoreland Hospital
Pros
Hospital with a heart that most patients love.
Cons
High turnover of employees.

- Short Term Acute Care
- 270 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.
Greensburg, PA
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