Travel Med Surg/PCU/Tele RN Neuro Trauma - $2,470 per week

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

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/17/2026
• 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: Aug 17, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a Med/Surg PCU/Tele Neuro Trauma unit position at a Level II Trauma facility, requiring at least 2 years of MS, PCU, or ICU experience and trach/vent competency.

Details

• Acute care stepdown unit (5N Neuro Trauma/PCU) in a Level II Trauma hospital setting
• 28-bed unit with a neuro and trauma focus, including strokes, seizures, Guillain-Barré, Myasthenia Gravis, spinal injuries, thrombectomies, TNK/TPA post-procedure care, endovascular neuro specialties, AMS, dementia, traumatic ortho injuries, hematomas, bleeds, falls on thinners, and farm/MVA accidents
• Nurse-to-patient ratios: Days 1:4-5, Nights 1:5-6, dependent on acuity; Nurse aide support available (Days 1:9, Nights 1:12)
• RNs are required to titrate drips including Heparin, Nitro, Diltiazem, Amiodarone, 3% saline, and Insulin
• RT equipment on unit includes vents, trachs, CPAP, BiPAP, Vapotherm, and EtCO2 monitoring
• Central telemetry monitoring is located in a separate area
• EMR is Cerner (transitioning to Epic)
• 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM
• Every other weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) required
• Typically 2–3 holidays required during winter season, otherwise every other holiday
• No call or standby requirements
• Floating required to sister MS units across 6 specialties, including mixed care, cardiac, general, MS ortho, and heme/onc
• Self-scheduling with manager balancing; schedule opens 6 weeks in advance
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active WI or Compact RN license required by start date
• Required certifications: BLS (AHA) and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), must be active at time of consideration
• Minimum 2 years of MS, PCU, or ICU experience required
• Experience in a relevant setting within the last 1 year is required
• Drip titration experience required
• Trach and vent experience strongly preferred; willingness to train on vents is acceptable if candidate is open to learning
• Two professional references required: 1 supervisor reference within the last 12 months of relevant experience, and 1 peer or supervisor reference within the last 3 years of relevant specialty experience

Additional Information

• Provide nursing care to a complex neuro and trauma patient population, including titrating drips and managing patients on tracheostomies and ventilators
• Charge nurses are present; night charge takes a full patient team and day charge takes a smaller assignment
• Orientation consists of 1 general orientation shift and 1 shift with a preceptor
• Any solid color scrubs are acceptable
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates who have previously worked at this facility as permanent staff must have an end date at least 6 months prior to their start date, and hospital approval is required
• Candidates living within 80 miles of the facility are considered local, which may affect the travel pay rate

American Traveler Job ID #P-733387. 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 - Med/Surg Tele

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.