Travel PCU RN - $2,156 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/22/2026 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: Sep 22, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a PCU night shift position requiring a NY RN license and prior telemetry/stepdown experience. Details PCU (Progressive Care Unit) setting providing telemetry and stepdown-level care Patient population includes adults and geriatrics with 1:4-5 ratios Common diagnoses include long-term pulmonary conditions, ENT surgery, and other surgical cases requiring stepdown care Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7p-7a 13-week contract length Every other weekend required Every other holiday coverage required, if needed Floating required within skillset EPIC EMR experience required Requirements Active New York Single State RN license required in hand (NY is not a Compact state) BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required Minimum 1 year of recent RN experience required Prior travel nursing experience required Telemetry and stepdown/PCU/DOU/IMC-level care experience required Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and use of Rapid Response/Code teams Experience with oxygen administration, nasal cannula, and non-invasive airway management required Experience managing cardiac drips (no titration) and administering blood products required Central and peripheral line care/management experience required IV therapy/phlebotomy and isolation precautions experience required EPIC charting experience required Additional Information Provide telemetry and stepdown-level nursing care to adult and geriatric patients Work in a Magnet-recognized, academic teaching hospital certified as an Advanced Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center Scrub colors limited to navy blue and white, in any combination First-time travelers accepted Locals within 75 miles of the facility are not accepted for RN positions Previous employees may reapply after a 6-month system-wide break in service American Traveler Job ID P-750160. 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 - 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.