Travel Step Down / PCU RN - $2,362 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/28/2026
• 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: Aug 28, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Step Down RN for a Level II Trauma Center requiring compact/CT RN license, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications, and at least 2 years of stepdown experience.

Details

• Work in the Step Down/PCU unit of a short-term acute care hospital with 426 staffed beds
• Level II Trauma Center within the Yale New Haven Health System
• Patient population includes neurological, cardiac, and respiratory cases requiring telemetry monitoring
• Patient ratio of 1:3
• Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (1900-0730)
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating required as needed for the department
• Epic EMR experience required

Requirements

• Active RN license (CT or Compact) required
• Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS required
• PCCN or CCRN certification preferred
• CPI certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of stepdown/PCU nursing experience required
• Prior charge nurse experience preferred
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• Epic charting system experience required
• Skilled in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia management, and rapid response/code team involvement
• Experience with arterial line, central line, PICC line, and peripheral line management
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, HFNC, tracheostomy care, and ABG interpretation
• Experience with IV insulin protocols and titration of insulin drips
• Knowledge of pacemaker management and post-cardiac procedure care (TAVR, post-angiogram, post-MI)
• One professional reference required for consideration

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive nursing care to stepdown-level patients with neurological, cardiovascular, respiratory, and renal conditions
• Participate in cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and emergency response protocols
• Manage IV therapy, blood product administration, and various line care procedures
• Support patients with substance withdrawal, seizure disorders, and traumatic brain injuries
• Must reside outside a 75-mile radius of the hospital to be eligible for travel rate
• Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted
• COVID vaccine and booster required, with religious or medical exemptions only
• Previous facility staff must have been separated from employment for at least 2 years to be considered as a traveler
• Free parking available on-site
• Facility is part of the Yale New Haven Health System

American Traveler Job ID #P-738018. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown

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.