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

Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 12/14/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Dec 14, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring FL or compact RN license and EPIC experience. Details Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting within a hospital, including Cardiac Telemetry, MS/Tele, PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown, and Telemetry work settings Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:00 Patient ratio of 1:5 Weekend requirement of every other weekend or 6 weekend shifts per 6-week period, based on unit need No on-call requirements Float requirement to home base unit or other units/locations including Cape Canaveral, Holmes Regional, Palm Bay, or Viera Block scheduling cannot be guaranteed Uses EPIC charting system Requirements Active FL or compact RN license required at time of consideration; pending licenses not accepted Minimum 1 year of RN experience required Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required EPIC charting system experience required Prior travel RN experience required Two supervisory references (Manager, Supervisor, Charge Nurse, or Director) relating to employment within the past 12 months required for consideration Skills in IV therapy/phlebotomy, central and peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP management, chest tube management, HFNC, and ABG interpretation Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of rapid response/code teams Experience with cardiac and vasoactive drip management Experience with IV insulin protocols and wound care/wound vac management Additional Information Provide nursing care to patients with cardiac, renal, neurological, and gastrointestinal conditions in a progressive care setting Responsibilities include managing CVA, seizure disorders, substance withdrawal, renal failure, and post cardiac catheterization care Flu vaccine required between 10/31-3/31 with medical or religious exemptions only Required to complete lab work within 72 hours of signing Modules completed during orientation and annually via facility's LMS Scrubs of any color accepted but tops and bottoms must match; no logos or prints allowed Free parking available with decal provided at orientation Local candidates accepted at the same rate as travelers with no radius restriction Former employees or contracted staff must wait at least one year after separation before returning as a traveler Candidates who attended institutions on the facility's restricted school list are not eligible First-time travelers are not accepted for this position American Traveler Job ID P-787789. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.