Travel PCU RN - $2,925 per week (Hiring Immediately)

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Indiana. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/22/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 48 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs Hours: 48 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 22, 2026 Length: 12 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring 18 months of experience and an active IN or compact RN license. Details Cardiac and Medical PCU functioning as a true ICU stepdown unit Cares for patients post heart catheterization, on BiPAP, and requiring cardiac and vasoactive drip management (Levophed, Dopamine, Nitro, Cardizem, Amiodarone) Night shift, 4x12-hour shifts from 6:00 PM to 6:30 AM Weekend shifts required Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals No on-call responsibilities Cerner charting system used Short-term acute care facility with 194 staffed beds Requirements Active IN or compact RN license required in hand BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred Minimum 18 months of recent nursing experience required Previous ICU experience highly preferred Trauma Level I, II, III, or IV facility experience required Experience with telemetry, IV starts, cardiac and vasoactive drip management, BiPAP, and high flow oxygen required Ventilator management, charge nurse experience, and conscious sedation experience preferred Cerner charting experience preferred Graduate of a nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE Two supervisor references required SSN and DOB required for consideration Additional Information Provide advanced stepdown-level care for cardiac and medical patients, including post-cath and post-ablation monitoring Scrub color requirement: red top, black bottoms Must work 2 of 3 major holidays Up to 5 days of non-holiday RTO can be auto-approved; additional time off requires facility approval First-time travelers are welcome to apply Travel pairs are not accepted for this unit Local candidates (Indiana residents) are not accepted for this position Former IU Health perm or PRN employees must wait 12 months before applying as a traveler Travelers who have accrued 12 months of employment within IU Health must take a break to reset eligibility (3 months for out-of-state residents, 6 months for in-state residents) Free on-site parking available American Traveler Job ID P-748147. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386