Travel High Acuity Stepdown / ICU RN - $2,413 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Morristown, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/05/2026
• 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 5, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 3

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a High Acuity Stepdown/ICU position requiring at least 1 year of ICU experience and an active NJ or compact RN license.

Details

• High Acuity Stepdown Unit (SDU) setting within a hospital
• 12-hour night shifts, 7p-7a, three days per week
• On-call requirements as needed
• Floating required as needed, including to a nearby sister hospital
• Uses EPIC charting system

Requirements

• Active NJ or compact RN license required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• Minimum 1 year of ICU experience required
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
• Background check and drug screen results required prior to start, with reporting to lab within 24 hours of commitment

Additional Information

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments across all age groups from pediatric to geriatric
• Deliver competent, unit-appropriate clinical care and demonstrate knowledge of emergency equipment and procedures
• Maintain complete, accurate documentation of patient care and progress
• Support pre-operative and postoperative patient assessments, education, and chart completion
• Follow National Patient Safety Goals, including use of two patient identifiers and safe transfer techniques
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines
• Local candidates accepted at a lower pay rate
• Returning travelers may stay on assignment up to one year from initial start date before requiring a 30-60 day break

American Traveler Job ID #P-753801. 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 - ICU

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.