Neuro PCU RN
Austin, TX
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a PCU RN for a neuro-focused Progressive Care Unit requiring TX or compact RN license, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Certification.

Details

• Neuro-focused Progressive Care Unit (NPCU) located on 4 West of the hospital
• 8-bed unit with 2-3 nurses per shift
• 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio on the PCU, with charge nurse shared with the main neuro unit
• May float to med-surg areas on the floor or elsewhere in the hospital at 5:1 or 6:1 ratios
• Uses GE hardwired cardiac monitors in 4 rooms
• Meditech EMR used
• 13-week contract assignment
• Shift hours 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required

Requirements

• Active TX or compact RN license required
• Minimum 1 year of recent PCU or med-surg RN experience
• ACLS certification required
• NIH Stroke Certification required (may obtain prior to start if not already held)
• Experience with IV medication drips required
• Cardiac monitoring experience required
• Trach experience preferred
• US SSN and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required
• No employment gaps of 90+ days in the past 12 months

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care to neuro PCU patients with potential float assignments to med-surg units
• Collaborative team culture with strong teamwork and communication emphasis
• Navy blue scrub color required
• Candidates must reside outside a 50-mile radius of the facility; no local candidates accepted
• First-time travelers may be considered