Travel PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse - $2,146 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital in Illinois, requiring an active IL RN license and a minimum of 1 year of PCU/stepdown experience.

Details

• PCU/IMC/Stepdown unit within a 562-bed, Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital
• Day shift schedule: 3x12-hour shifts (6:45 AM–7:15 PM); 4x12-hour schedule may be accommodated upon request
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Floating within the hospital and to nearby affiliate facilities is required of all travelers
• Patient population includes cardiac, neurological, orthopedic, respiratory, renal, and post-surgical cases
• Required cardiac monitoring skills include dysrhythmia interpretation and management, telemetry unit monitoring, and use of Rapid Response Teams
• Required cardiovascular experience includes post cardiac angiogram, post MI, pre/post cardiac cath, pre/post cardiac surgery, sheath removal, and TR Band
• Required medication experience includes heparin protocols, titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips, PCA, and procedural sedation administration
• Required IV/vascular skills include arterial line management, central line care, PICC line management, port access, blood product administration, phlebotomy, and peripheral line care
• Required respiratory skills include ventilated patient care, chest tubes, tracheostomy management, HFNC, CPAP/BiPAP, and ABG interpretation
• Required neurological case experience includes CVA, TBI, craniotomy, spinal cord injury, and pre/post neurosurgery
• Required orthopedic experience includes total joint replacements, ortho trauma, and peripheral nerve block catheters
• Additional required skills include feeding tube care, pre/post hemodialysis management, wound care/wound vac, isolation precautions, and skin graft/surgical drain management
• Charting system: Cerner (experience preferred)
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Level I Trauma experience preferred
• Scrubs: any solid color
• Parking is available at no cost with a permit obtained during orientation

Requirements

• Active Illinois (IL) RN license required; pending licensure not accepted
• Minimum 1 year of PCU, IMC, stepdown, or neuro stepdown experience required
• Required certifications: BLS and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) — must be active and from AHA or Red Cross (RQI AHA cards not accepted)
• ACLS preferred
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• First-time travelers are not eligible for this position

Additional Information

• Local candidates are accepted with no radius restriction
• Former permanent or PRN employees of the Memorial Hospital System must have been separated for at least 12 months before being considered as a traveler
• Must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the assignment
• RTO of 5 days or fewer is generally accommodable; requests exceeding 5 days require facility approval
• Travel pairs (two travelers placed together) are not accepted
• Hospital does not accept travel pairs

American Traveler Job ID #P-721051. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

About American Traveler

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.