Travel PCU RN - $2,960 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Dayton, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 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: Sep 21, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU)/Neuroscience Intermediate Care position requiring PCU or Stepdown experience and ventilator management skills on night shift. Details Work in a 36-bed Neuroscience/High-Risk Respiratory intermediate care unit Mixed acuity med-surg/intermediate care unit currently supporting high-risk respiratory and COVID patients Patient population includes CVA, TIA, seizure, and other neurological diagnoses Targeted patient ratios of 1:4-6 Unit may use a team nursing model with RNs, LPNs, and PCTs partnering to care for patient groups Night shift schedule, 4x12 hours, 19:00-7:30 Uses heated high flow nasal cannula and BiPAP equipment Epic EMR experience required Floating required at facility discretion, including to Neuro ICU and other Premier Health campuses within a 15-mile radius Required to work every other weekend and every other holiday Navy blue scrubs required Requirements Active OH or compact RN license required BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required; IV Start certification preferred Minimum 1.5 years of RN experience required PCU or Stepdown unit experience required; ICU experience does not qualify Ventilator management experience required Must pass an online EKG/telemetry competency assessment prior to starting the assignment Epic charting experience required Teaching hospital and Trauma Level I experience preferred No candidates with past license disciplinary action will be accepted Additional Information Provide skilled nursing care to a diverse neuroscience and high-risk respiratory patient population May be assigned a buddy and float to support the Neuro ICU care team as needed Facility may cancel up to 2 shifts per 13-week contract due to low census Maximum of 14 days RTO allowed per contract, must be requested at time of submission with no changes after offer Local candidates within a 50-mile radius are not accepted Previous PERM/PRN Premier Health employees or agency staff not extended due to tenure must wait 6 months before applying as a traveler and require facility rehire approval Travelers are not eligible for Premier Health employee incentives American Traveler Job ID P-750146. 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 - 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.