Travel PCU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

• Specialty:
  Stepdown
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Stepdown/PCU night shift position requiring a IA or compact RN license and at least 2 years of experience.

• Stepdown/PCU unit in an acute care hospital setting, Trauma Level 3
• 22-bed unit with a 1:4 nurse-to-patient ratio
• Common diagnoses include heart failure, AFib, respiratory distress, and stroke
• RNs required to titrate drips such as Cardizem, amiodarone, and nitro
• Charge nurse present on each shift and takes a full patient assignment
• Nurse aides/patient care techs available at a 1:10 ratio
• RNs must troubleshoot CPAP equipment
• RNs required to read and interpret their own telemetry strips
• 12-hour night shifts, cyclic scheduling  or )
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage includes 1 major and 1 minor holiday
• May float to ICU if appropriately experienced
• Uses EPIC EMR
• Fast-paced unit with frequent admissions and discharges

• Active IA or compact RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Acute care stepdown/PCU experience required
• EPIC EMR experience preferred
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including employment dates and rehire eligibility
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments

• Provide stepdown-level care to patients with cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions requiring close monitoring
• One 12-hour shift of unit-specific orientation provided
• Pass/fail open-book exam on skills learned required during orientation with a 90% passing threshold
• Successful candidates demonstrate a positive attitude, teamwork, and patient-oriented approach
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility
• Candidates may not have been employed full time, part time, or PRN with any Common Spirit-associated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year
• Upfront RTO must be submitted at time of consideration; additional RTO requests will not be approved afterward
• First-time travelers may be considered

American Traveler Job  #P-771905. 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

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.