Travel PCU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/23/2026
• 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 23, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Step Down RN with PCU experience for a night shift assignment requiring ACLS, BLS, and vent/trach management skills.

• Step Down/PCU unit in a short-term acute care, teaching, trauma hospital
• RN/PCU patient ratios of 1:2-3 for all shifts
• Night shift schedule (4x12 hours, 19:00-7:30), can sign for 36 or 48 hours per week
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within service line, including to Medical-Surgical units
• Epic charting system used
• Scrub color:
  Navy

• Active MO or compact RN license required (compact must match permanent residence)
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of PCU experience required
• BSN preferred
• Must pass Relias EKG exam covering interpretation/management of dysrhythmias
• Experience required in vent management, long-term vent weaning, pulmonary rehab, and trach care
• Experience required in phlebotomy, IV starts, telemetry, port access, and central lines
• ABG draw experience preferred
• Must be clean-shaven or have facial hair compatible with respirator fit testing

• Provide step-down level care including cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and respiratory support in collaboration with respiratory therapy
• No block scheduling accommodations available
• No local candidates accepted; must reside at least 75 miles from the facility
• RTO limited to no more than 7 days per 13-week contract, with no RTO during the first week of assignment
• All RTO must be finalized prior to submission
• Pending license accepted for consideration
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Permanent employees must wait 1 year before returning to any BJC facility as a traveler
• Standard travelers may stay up to 18 months, followed by a required 3-month break in service
• Contract length is firm at 13 weeks

American Traveler Job  #P-775503. 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.