American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Charleston, South Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced PCU RN for a neuroscience progressive care unit night shift assignment, requiring a SC or compact RN license and previous stepdown experience.

Responsibilities

• Work in a neuroscience Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at a Level I Trauma Center and teaching facility
• Patient ratios are 1:3 to 1:4 based on acuity
• Night shift schedule with 3x12 hour shifts from 7:00 pm to 7:30 am
• Holidays may be required as part of the schedule
• Required to work 4-5 weekend shifts within a 4 week period
• No on-call requirement
• Floating within scope to meet facility needs is expected
• Documentation is completed using Epic EMR
• Role involves specialized care for neuroscience patients in a progressive care environment
• RNs must follow an attendance policy similar to permanent staff, including makeup shifts for weekend callouts
• Solid royal blue or white top with royal blue bottoms is the required scrub attire
• Parking requires a permit from the management office with a one-time registration fee
• Module-based training must be completed online prior to start
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Holiday coverage may be required
• RTO of 7 days or less (excluding holidays) is generally acceptable; more extensive requests or holiday RTO require approval
• Local candidates within a 60-mile radius may be considered case by case

Requirements

• Active South Carolina or multistate compact RN license required
• Minimum of 1 year PCU or stepdown experience
• Certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA only)
• Experience in a neuroscience or stepdown hospital setting preferred
• Submission of Social Security card and driver’s license required for consideration
• Previous permanent staff, including PRN, must be separated from the health system for at least 1 year
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

American Traveler Job ID #P-649442. 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

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