PCU Progressive Care Unit Stepdown RN
Anniston, AL
American Traveler
4x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring AL or compact licensure and strong cardiac monitoring experience.

Details

• PCU/Stepdown and MS/Tele unit settings
• Night shift, 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30), every other weekend
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Floating to MedSurg units required
• Manage cardiac drips without titration, Heparin protocols, and IV starts

Requirements

• Active RN license (AL or Compact) required
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred
• Minimum 2 years of recent RN experience required
• Experience in Telemetry, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown settings required
• Proficiency in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management required
• Experience with IV therapy/phlebotomy, blood product administration, and central/peripheral line care required
• Experience with Rapid Response/Code teams required
• Experience with respiratory care including nasal cannula and oxygen administration required
• Charting system experience required (any EMR)

Additional Information

• Responsible for cardiac monitoring and emergency response for stepdown-level patients
• Provide IV therapy, manage cardiac drips, and perform line care as part of daily duties
• Follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols
• Must work at least one of the following holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, or Christmas Day
• Requested time off (RTO) limited to a maximum of 7 days
• Prior permanent employees of the facility are not eligible for travel assignments
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates within 60 miles are accepted at a lower rate
• Candidates with a pending license may be considered