Travel Progressive Care Unit RN - $2,318 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lake Forest, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 11/09/2026 Duration: 12 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 12 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring a BSN, IL RN license, and ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certifications. Details Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a hospital setting Night shift schedule, 3x12 hours (19:00-7:30) Weekend work required On-call required if census drops, until 1am 30 minute meal break Epic EMR experience required May be subject to floating between facilities within the health system if requested by the unit Requirements Active Illinois RN license in hand required (no emergency or pending licenses accepted) BSN required Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (AHA-issued BLS and ACLS required) Minimum 1 year of direct experience required 2 years of charge nurse experience required Previous travel nursing experience required Skills checklist and 2 references required for consideration, with one reference from a Supervisor, Manager, or Charge RN within the last year Experience with IV therapy, central/PICC/peripheral line management, and blood product administration Respiratory care skills including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tube, high flow nasal cannula, and tracheostomy management Cardiovascular skills including pacemaker management, cardiac monitoring, and post cardiac cath/angiogram care Experience with isolation precautions/PPE and wound care/wound vac Additional Information Provide care for cardiac telemetry, PCU/DOU/IMC/stepdown, genitourinary/renal, gastrointestinal, and neurological/psychiatric patient populations Manage cardiac drips without titration and administer medications per heparin protocols Participate in rapid response/code team activations as needed All requested time off must be submitted upfront, as RTO cannot be added after submission Local candidates accepted at the same pay rate Non-licensed direct patient caregivers not listed as Eligible in the IL Healthcare Worker Registry must complete in-person fingerprinting in Illinois at least two Fridays before their start date American Traveler Job ID P-772417. 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 - 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.