PCU Telemetry RN
Yakima, WA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,419/weekOverview
- Start Date11/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care226 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (Tele/Onc) position requiring active WA or compact RN licensure and prior telemetry/cardiac nursing experience.
Details
- 226-bed non-profit community hospital with 34 beds on the 2EW Tele/Onc unit
- 12-hour day shifts (7a-7p), 36 hours per week
- Weekend rotation required at least twice per month
- No on-call responsibilities
- Floating required within scope throughout the hospital
- Uses Epic EMR
- Cares for a mix of general medical, cardiac, and oncology patients
- High volume of post-cath lab patients requiring TR band and frequent monitoring
- Serves a diverse patient population including a high percentage of Spanish-speaking and underserved patients
Requirements
- Active WA or compact RN license required
- Current BLS and ACLS certifications required
- Minimum 1 year of PCU experience required
- First-time travelers considered with at least 2 years total nursing experience, including 1 year in PCU
- Experience with trach care, chest tubes, TR bands, post-cath lab care, and central line maintenance required
- Comfortable interpreting and measuring cardiac rhythms
- Experience caring for patients on BiPAP and high-flow oxygen required
- Comfortable managing titratable drips including diltiazem, amiodarone, heparin, digoxin, Bumex, and Lasix
Additional Information
- Provide nursing care for general medical, cardiac, and select oncology patients
- Cardiac caseload includes pre/post PCI care, CHF, MI, afib with RVR, NSTEMI, and chest pain patients
- High volume of fresh post-cath patients requiring frequent monitoring (no art lines)
- Not required to administer chemotherapy unless specified in assignment needs
- Scrub color is unrestricted
- Compassion for underserved and charity care populations is valued given the patient demographics
Facility
Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 226 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 Yakima, WA
As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Yakima, WA here's what you should know:- Yakima's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 88°F and lows around 57°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 41°F and lows around 24°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Yakima.
- Yakima is car-friendly with ample parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Yakima is a diverse city with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Yakima offers a variety of restaurants, wineries, and breweries.
- It has a vibrant arts and music scene, and outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and skiing in the nearby mountains.
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