Travel PCU RN - $2,925 per week

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: 08/25/2026
• Duration: 16 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 25, 2026
• Length: 16 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Mixed-Acuity PCU/Medical-Surgical position on a dynamic unit covering oncology, stroke, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary patients, with night shifts and strong neuro experience required.

Details

• Short-term acute care hospital with 194 staffed beds
• Mixed-acuity unit (MPCU) serving both medical-surgical and progressive care patients, including oncology, stroke, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary populations
• MS patient ratio of 1:5–6; PCU patient ratio of 1:3–4
• Patients on cardizem, amiodarone, and insulin drips; exposure to unstable strokes and BiPAP management
• Night shift schedule: 4x12-hour shifts (18:00–06:30)
• Charting via Cerner (experience required)
• Floating within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate hospital is required for all travelers
• Free parking on-site
• Scrub color: red top, black bottoms

Requirements

• Active IN or Compact RN license in hand prior to start date; pending licenses may be accepted if permanent application has been submitted
• Current ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications required (AHA and RQI formats accepted)
• Minimum 18 months of RN experience required; strong MS/Tele or PCU RNs will be considered
• Solid neurological nursing experience required
• Experience with cardiac drip management and titration (cardizem, amiodarone), insulin drip titration, BiPAP/CPAP, and CVA care
• Experience with IV therapy, central line care, port access, and blood product administration
• Cerner EMR experience required
• Nursing degree from an ACEN or CCNE accredited university required
• 2 supervisor references required
• SSN and date of birth required for consideration

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates (Indiana residents) are not accepted for this position
• Candidates must be available to work 2 out of 3 major holidays
• Up to 5 days of RTO may be auto-approved; additional RTO requires facility approval
• Any current or former permanent or PRN IU Health employee must have been away from IU Health for at least 12 months before being eligible to apply as a traveler
• Current or past IU Health travelers who have accrued 12 months of travel employment within IU Health must take a consecutive break to reset travel eligibility — out-of-state residents require a 90-day break and in-state residents require a 180-day break, both prior to the traveler's year mark

American Traveler Job ID #P-734262. 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.