Travel PCU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/16/2026
• 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 16, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Stepdown/PCU RN for a Level I trauma teaching hospital, requiring an active IL license, BLS, and NIHSS certification with at least 1 year of experience.

• Stepdown/PCU/IMC unit within an acute care, Level I trauma, Magnet teaching hospital
• 1:4 patient ratio
• Night shift, 3x12 hours ), with ability to accommodate 4x12s if preferred
• Works every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities as needed
• Uses Cerner charting system
• Parking permit required at no cost, arranged during orientation

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
• BLS and NIHSS certifications required; ACLS preferred
• Minimum 1 year of relevant RN experience required
• Teaching hospital and Level I trauma experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience required
• Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, central/PICC/arterial line management, and blood product administration
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, ventilator management, chest tubes, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation/management, and rapid response/code team involvement
• AHA and Red Cross certifications accepted; RQI cards not accepted

• Care for stepdown/PCU patients with cardiac, neuro, respiratory, and general medical-surgical needs
• Scrub color may be any solid color
• Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
• RTO requests ideally limited to 5 days or fewer
• Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
• Previous permanent or PRN employees of the hospital system must be separated for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
• Travel pairs are not accepted
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this role

American Traveler Job  #P-759609. 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
- Intermediate Care

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.