Travel PCU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night-shift assignment requiring stepdown/PCU experience and ventilator management skills.

• 36-bed Neuroscience/High-Risk Respiratory intermediate care unit
• Mixed acuity unit caring for CVA, TIA, seizure, and neuro patients, with high-risk respiratory/COVID overflow capability
• Targeted patient ratios of 1:4-6
• Participates in a team nursing model where RNs, LPNs, and PCTs share patient care responsibilities
• Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours from 19:00-7:30
• Required to work every other weekend and every other holiday
• Floating required across main, south, and north campuses within a 15-mile radius based on facility need
• Uses heated high flow oxygen and BiPAP equipment
• Epic EMR used for charting

• Active OH or compact RN license required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 1.5 years of relevant nursing experience
• SD or PCU ratio experience required in work history; ICU experience does not qualify
• Ventilator management experience required
• Must pass an online EKG telemetry competency assessment prior to starting
• Epic charting experience preferred
• IV start skills preferred
• Travel nursing experience preferred
• Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred

• Provide skilled nursing care to a diverse neuroscience and high-risk respiratory patient population
• May be assigned a buddy when floated to the Neuro ICU
• Navy blue scrubs required
• Facility may cancel up to 2 shifts per 13-week contract due to low census
• Maximum of 14 days RTO allowed per contract, must be requested at time of submission
• No RTO or schedule changes permitted after an offer is made
• Local candidates within 50 miles are not accepted
• Former Premier Health perm/PRN employees or previously non-extended agency staff must wait 6 months before reapplying as a traveler and require facility rehire approval
• Lab work and EKG/Dysrhythmia exam must be completed within 72 hours of contract signing

American Traveler Job  #P-776860. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 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.