PCU RN
Oakland, CA
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift PCU position requiring CA RN licensure and prior travel nursing experience.

Details

• Work on a Med/Surg Telemetry PCU unit (9th Floor)
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00-07:30
• 1:5 patient ratio
• Epic EMR experience required
• Every other weekend required
• On-call as needed
• May float to other units within scope of practice, including Ashby or Herrick Campus rehab units depending on census
• Floating travelers can expect as little as 1.5 hours notice prior to shift start, with shuttle service provided if floating to another campus

Requirements

• Active CA RN license required
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications (AHA or ARC) required
• Minimum 2 years of recent experience required
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Epic charting experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central and PICC line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, oxygen administration, and tracheostomy management preferred
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and telemetry required
• Experience with isolation precautions and PPE required
• Wound care/wound vac experience preferred
• Two supervisor references obtained within the past year required
• Copies of all current certifications required

Additional Information

• Deliver holistic, individualized nursing care including assessment, care planning, and patient/family education
• Collaborate with physicians and healthcare team to coordinate patient-centered care plans
• Communicate patient status between shifts and departments to ensure continuity of care
• Document patient care and treatment accurately in the EHR
• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to newly hired staff as needed
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment in accordance with hospital policy
• Local candidates accepted at local rate within a 50-mile radius
• Returning travelers must have a minimum 1-year separation before reapplying
• Maximum RTO of 7 days per contract, with only 1 holiday request approved per contract
• Holiday coverage includes New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, and Christmas
• Lab work must be completed within 3-5 days of contract signing
• Re-orientation required only if previously oriented at this facility and separated 6+ months