Travel PCU Float Registered Nurse - $1,843 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Augusta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/20/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 20, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU Float position requiring Epic proficiency and the ability to float across MS, MS/Tele, and PCU units.

Details

• Hospital-based position floating across all Med/Surg, Med/Surg Telemetry, and PCU units within the facility
• Patient population includes adults through geriatrics with all potential MS, MS/Tele, and PCU diagnoses
• Patient ratios are 1:4–5 on PCU and 1:5–6 on MS and MS/Tele units
• EMR system is Epic (required), with Pyxis and SBAR also in use
• Day shift, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
• Floating to multiple units is required
• Every other weekend required (approximately 6 weekends over a 13-week contract)
• No on-call requirements

Requirements

• Active RN license — GA or Compact license required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Must provide copies of all required certifications for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are accepted
• RTO maximum is 7 days; RTO may not be requested during the first week of assignment
• Holiday coverage policy: if one or two major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work all of them with no holiday RTO permitted; if three major holidays fall within the assignment period, travelers are expected to work two, and one holiday RTO request may be submitted for approval
• Major holidays include Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving/Black Friday, Christmas Eve/Christmas Day, and New Year's Eve/New Year's Day
• Travelers must have been away from all facilities within this health system for a minimum of one full year before returning as a traveler
• Navy blue scrubs are required
• No scheduling changes or alternate shift requests are permitted — the listed shift is firm
• Two supervisory references (manager level or above; charge nurses not accepted) are strongly preferred for consideration

American Traveler Job ID #P-728502. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

About American Traveler

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.