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: 12/07/2026 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: Dec 7, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an IMC/Stepdown position requiring telemetry and cardiac monitoring skills with a minimum of 1 year of experience. Details Work in the IMC/Stepdown unit of a 562-bed acute care, Level I trauma, Magnet-designated hospital Day shift schedule (3x12 Hours, 0645-1915) Patient ratio of 1:4 Required to work every other weekend No on-call responsibilities Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities Cerner EMR used; prior experience preferred Requirements Active IL RN license required and in hand at time of consideration Current certifications: BLS and NIHSS required; ACLS preferred Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required Teaching hospital and Level I trauma experience preferred Required skills: interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, on-unit telemetry monitoring, and use of Rapid Response Teams Required cardiovascular experience: post cardiac angiogram, post MI, pre/post cardiac cath, pre/post cardiac surgery, sheath removal, and TR band Required GI experience: feeding tube care and management Required renal experience: pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care Required IV therapy/phlebotomy skills: port access, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care, peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs Required medication management experience: heparin protocols, cardiac and vasoactive drip management, PCA, and procedural sedation administration Required neurological case experience: craniotomy, CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury Required orthopedic case experience: ortho trauma, peripheral nerve block catheters, and total joint replacements Required plastic surgery experience: skin grafts and surgical drains Required respiratory skills: care of ventilated patients, chest tube management, CPAP/BIPAP, high flow nasal cannula, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy management Required professional skills: isolation precautions and wound care/wound vac management SSN and DOB required for consideration Additional Information Provide direct patient care in a stepdown/intermediate care setting managing complex cardiac, neuro, and respiratory cases Previous permanent or PRN employees of the facility must be separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler Candidates must work 2 of the 3 major holidays Up to 5 non-holiday RTO days may be approved; additional days require facility approval Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction Travel pairs are not accepted Scrub color: any solid color Travel experience is required for this position American Traveler Job ID P-783701. 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 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.