Travel Registered Nurse - PCU - $1,824 per week

American Traveler; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance

401(k) match

Substantial housing stipends

24/7 support

Job summary

A travel nursing company in Melbourne, Florida is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit. The role requires Epic EMR proficiency, certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS, and availability for night shifts. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years experience as an RN. This full-time position offers a 12-week contract with competitive pay and benefits starting day one. First-time travelers are not accepted, and local candidates are also welcome.

Qualifications

• Active FL or compact RN license required — pending licenses not accepted.
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS needed.
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting.
• Manage a patient ratio of 1:5.
• Float to other units as needed.

Skills

Epic EMR proficiency

ACLS certification

BLS certification

NIHSS certification

Night shift availability

Education

Active FL or compact RN license

Minimum 2 years of RN experience

Tools

Kronos timekeeping system

BLS

ACLS

NIHSS

Job description

Job Summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit position in Melbourne, Florida.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 03/30/2026
• Duration: 12 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Mar 30, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring Epic EMR proficiency, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications, and availability for night shifts with weekend and float requirements.

Details

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Night shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (18:45–07:15)
• Every other weekend required, or a total of 6 weekend shifts per 6-week period based on unit needs
• Floating required — traveler will have a home base unit but may float to other units or campuses within the health system network
• No on-call requirements
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active FL or compact RN license required — pending licenses not accepted
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• 2 professional references from authority figures (Manager, Supervisor, Charge Nurse, or Director) within the past year required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
• Candidates who have previously worked at this facility as staff, employees, or contracted travelers must wait 1 year after their departure before being eligible
• Local candidates are accepted at the same rate as travelers — no radius restrictions apply
• Flu vaccine required from 10/31 through 3/31; medical and religious exemptions accepted
• All RTO/scheduling requests must be submitted upfront
• Solid-color scrubs required — tops and bottoms must match; no logos or printed patterns permitted
• Free parking is provided with a decal issued at orientation
• Timekeeping is managed via Kronos using a badge swipe system

American Traveler Job ID #P-679322. 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.