Travel Med Surg/PCU Registered Nurse - $2,434 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: ASAP
• 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: May 18, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position at a Level 1 Trauma Center in Rock Island, IL, requiring 2 years of experience and active IL and IA RN licenses.

Details

• Day shift position with hours from 6:45 AM - 7:00 PM
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call responsibilities
• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Med-Surg setting within a Level 1 Trauma Center
• Floating within the same discipline across local campuses may be required
• EMR: Epic
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active IL RN license required at time of consideration; IA RN license also required (may be pending at start but must be obtained)
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications (AHA) required
• Minimum 2 years of RN experience required
• Experience with chest tubes, femstops, trachs, CBIs, drains, and central lines required
• Experience with vasoactive and cardiac drip titration required (Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, Heparin, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Isuprel, Milrinone, Argatroban)
• Valid Driver's License required
• One supervisory reference from within the past 2 years required
• Skills checklist completed within the past year required
• Must have a taxable home address located more than 50 miles from the facility

Additional Information

• Contribute clinical knowledge and skills as part of an interdisciplinary care team in the management of progressive care patients
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have been employed by UnityPoint within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Travelers are required to work 1–2 of the following summer holidays: Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day
• Scrubs or dress code details not specified — follow facility guidelines upon arrival

American Traveler Job ID #P-704316. 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.

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