Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,434 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/08/2026
• 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: Jun 8, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) position requiring an active IL RN license and a minimum of 2 years of experience in an acute care setting.

Details

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU/Stepdown) in an acute care hospital setting
• 24-bed unit with a 1:3 or 1:4 patient-to-nurse ratio depending on acuity
• Patient population includes dysrhythmias, cardiopulmonary conditions, sepsis, high-flow O2 needs, and behavioral patients requiring IV drip medications
• Medication drips include dopamine, levophed, cardizem, heparin, precedex, nitroglycerin, amiodarone, dobutamine, and nicardine
• EMR: Epic
• 12-hour night shifts
• May be required to work up to every other weekend
• Level II Trauma facility

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Acute care stepdown or PCU experience strongly applicable to this role
• Epic EMR experience preferred

Additional Information

• A dedicated unit educator works closely with staff on the floor
• High patient throughput is expected, consistent with a stepdown unit environment
• 13-week contract assignment

American Traveler Job ID #P-708359. 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 - 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.