Travel IMC RN - $2,146 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 10/12/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, days Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Days, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Oct 12, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 2 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Intermediate Care/Stepdown position requiring active IL licensure and telemetry/cardiac monitoring skills. Details Work in the IMC (Intermediate Care/Stepdown) unit of an acute care hospital Cardiac, neuro, and post-surgical patient population requiring telemetry monitoring Patient ratio of 1:4 Day shift schedule, 3x12 hours (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM) Required to work every other weekend No on-call requirements Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities as needed Cerner charting system used Requirements Active IL RN license required and in hand at time of consideration Current certifications required: BLS and NIHSS (ACLS preferred) AHA and Red Cross certifications accepted; RQI cards not accepted Minimum 1 year of recent experience required Prior experience in Telemetry, Neuro Stepdown, or PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown settings required Skilled in interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, telemetry monitoring, and use of rapid response teams Experience with cardiovascular care including pre/post cardiac cath, cardiac surgery, sheath removal, and TR band Experience with IV therapy and phlebotomy including central line, PICC line, arterial line, and port management Experience managing cardiac and vasoactive drips (titration required) Experience with respiratory care including ventilator management, chest tubes, BiPAP/CPAP, and tracheostomy care Experience with neurological/psychiatric cases including craniotomy, CVA, and traumatic brain injury Experience with orthopedic cases including ortho trauma and total joint replacements Experience with wound care, wound vac, and isolation precautions Feeding tube care and management experience required Pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure care experience required Prior travel nursing experience required Cerner experience preferred Teaching hospital and Level I trauma center experience preferred Additional Information Provide comprehensive nursing care to a stepdown/IMC patient population with complex cardiac, neuro, and post-surgical needs Located within a Level I trauma center and Magnet-designated facility with 562 staffed beds Scrub color requirement: any solid color Parking permit required at no cost, arranged during orientation Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction Previous permanent or PRN employees of the facility must be separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler RTO of up to 5 non-holiday days may be auto-approved; additional time off requires facility approval Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays Travel pairs are not accepted at this facility First-time travelers will not be considered for this position American Traveler Job ID P-747991. 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 - Telemetry - Intermediate Care 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.