Travel Progressive Care Unit RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Des Moines, Iowa.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  10/26/2026
• 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:
  
  Oct 26, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a night-shift RN for a Progressive Care Unit role requiring IA or compact license and 24 months of stepdown/PCU/med-surg experience.

• Progressive Care Unit (Neuro/Ortho/Trauma/Stroke) within a hospital setting
• Patient population includes post-TNK, ortho, crani-neurosurgery, laminectomy, and polytrauma cases
• Patient ratio of 1:5-6 on a 25-bed unit
• Uses lift equipment, telemetry, chest tubes, and Airvo devices
• Administers heparin drips, PCAs, and 3% sodium (preferred)
• Epic EMR experience required
• Night shift, 4x12-hour shifts (3x12s accommodated if preferred), 48 hrs/week
• No on-call requirements
• Weekend rotation required, typically every other or every third weekend including holidays
• Floating required across Iowa Methodist MC, Iowa Lutheran, and Iowa Methodist campuses

• Active IA RN license or compact/multistate license required
• Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC)
• NIHSS certification required (can be completed during onboarding)
• ACLS certification preferred
• 24 months of Stepdown, Progressive Care, or Medical-Surgical experience in a hospital setting required
• Neuro/neurology and ortho/orthopedic care experience required
• Trauma care experience highly preferred
• Experience with lift equipment, telemetry, chest tubes, and Airvo required
• Experience administering heparin and PCAs required
• Experience administering 3% sodium preferred
• Must have completed at least one previous travel contract within the last 12 months
• Driver's license required for consideration
• Supervisory performance evaluation or reference from within the last 24 months preferred

• Provide direct patient care within a neuro/ortho/trauma/stroke progressive care environment
• Required to work 1-2 of the 3 upcoming winter holidays unless the unit is closed
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility based on driver's license address
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Past UnityPoint Health employees (FTE or PRN) are restricted from working travel assignments at other UPH market facilities within 12 months of separation

American Traveler Job  #P-767892. 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.