Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,074 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/12/2026
• 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: Oct 12, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position requiring active MO or compact RN license and telemetry experience.

Details

• PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown work setting within a hospital environment
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 7:30
• Every other weekend requirement
• Mandatory floating required, including cross-coverage to MS or ICU units and potential Patient Observer (sitter) duties
• Cerner charting system preferred but not required

Requirements

• Active MO or Compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration (no pending licenses)
• Current BLS and ACLS certification required
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification required
• Minimum 2 years of overall RN experience and 1 year in the PCU specialty required
• Skills in telemetry monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, IV therapy, and cardiac drip management preferred
• Experience with arterial lines, central lines, PICC lines, and blood product administration preferred
• Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP, ventilated patient care, and chest tube management preferred
• Ability to ambulate, reach, and move objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs required

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care to progressive care/stepdown patients, including cardiac monitoring and emergency response
• Required to work rotating shifts, holidays, and during inclement weather as part of a 24/7 healthcare facility
• Must work at least 50% of holidays occurring during the contract
• Routine contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates residing within 50 miles of the facility are not eligible for consideration
• Candidates residing 51-74 miles away may be offered at a local rate
• Maximum RTO of 10 days permitted, with none allowed during the first week due to orientation

American Traveler Job ID #P-753437. 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.