Travel PCU RN - $2,254 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Grand Island, Nebraska. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP 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: Aug 31, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care/Stepdown Unit position requiring NE or Compact licensure and telemetry drip management skills. Details Acute care Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit with 33 beds Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-5 Patient population ranges from young adults to geriatrics with diagnoses including sepsis, STEMI, CHF, chest pain, COVID, stroke, renal failure, COPD, DKA, and complex multisystem issues RNs required to titrate drips including Heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitroglycerin, IV antibiotics, and Insulin CNAs available at a 1:10 ratio with fluctuating availability based on census Charge Nurse present each shift and takes a patient assignment RT equipment used includes BiPAP and Airvo Tele/Monitor Techs available on the unit, but RNs must read and interpret their own strips Uses EPIC EMR 12-hour night shifts, with schedules of 0630-1900 and 1830-0700 Every other weekend required Holiday coverage as needed to meet unit needs May float to MedSurg, Inpatient Rehab, or Skilled Care Unit is transitioning to a virtual nursing model that will increase ratios to 1:6, with each nurse assigned their own CNA and a dedicated virtual nurse supporting admissions, discharges, education, and care plans Requirements Active RN license, either single-state (NE) or Compact (NLC), required and must be active (not pending) at time of consideration Minimum 2 years of RN experience required Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS EPIC EMR experience preferred Two professional references required: one supervisor from within the last 12 months worked and one peer or supervisor from within the last 3 years, including dates of employment and rehire eligibility Copy of driver's license required for consideration Artificial fingernails are prohibited in all patient care areas Additional Information Provide direct patient care in a busy stepdown unit with frequent admissions and discharges within the same shift Success on this unit favors nurses with strong teamwork skills, a positive attitude, and commitment to bedside report and hourly rounding First week of orientation includes classroom training followed by two 12-hour shifts on the floor RNs must pass a pass/fail, open-book skills exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90% Navy blue scrubs required for RNs Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility, as verified by driver's license Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) by any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO will not be approved after submission Hospital may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment American Traveler Job ID P-742541. 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.