Travel Step Down ICU RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Saint Louis, Missouri.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  ASAP
• 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 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit position requiring critical care experience and night shift availability.

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (Tele/Stepdown) of a hospital setting
• Patient population is 50% medical and 50% telemetry, adults only
• Typical patient ratios of 4-6:1
• Uses standard nursing equipment on a telemetry unit
• EPIC EMR system used
• Night shift schedule, 4x12-hour shifts from 7p-7a
• Weekend work required every other full weekend
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating required as needed or upon request

• Active RN license (Missouri or Compact) required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, EKG, and NIHSS
• Minimum 1 year of recent critical care experience required
• Experience with trachs, vents, and drips required
• Valid U.S. Social Security Number required;
  Canadian SINs not accepted
• No gaps in employment of 90+ days within the past 12 months

• Provide critical care nursing support in a 24/7 Stepdown ICU environment
• Responsibilities include ACLS and EKG interpretation along with trach, vent, and drip management
• Night shift staff orient on day shift and must be available for the entire orientation week
• Flu vaccination required for all travelers from November 1 to April 1, with only facility-approved exemptions accepted
• Black scrub color required
• Must work at least one major winter holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's Day)
• Up to 5 days of requested time off allowed per 13-week contract, to be made up during the assignment
• Local candidates accepted; candidates living within 50 miles of the facility are subject to a local pay rate and contract limitations
• First-time travelers may be considered for this position

American Traveler Job  #P-758553. 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
- Stepdown

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.