Travel IMC/Stepdown RN - $2,080 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Cardiac PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/18/2026
• 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: Aug 18, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for an IMC (Intermediate Care) position specializing in cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, and cardiothoracic surgery, requiring at least 2 years of IMC/stepdown experience and night shift availability.

Details

• 16-bed IMC/stepdown unit within a hospital setting
• Specializes in cardiology patients but admits any MS or IMC-level patient
• Common patient types include pre/post-op cardiothoracic surgery (CABG, femoral bypass, thoracotomy, VATS, CEA), cath lab patients (STEMI/NSTEMI, CAD), CHF exacerbation, symptomatic/asymptomatic bradycardia, pacemaker management, dysrhythmias (A-fib/A-flutter, SVT, V-tach), and hemo/pneumothorax
• Nurse-to-patient ratio is 4:1, adjusted based on patient acuity per safe staffing matrix
• Charting performed in Epic
• Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
• Floating required within scope to meet facility needs, including to other facilities within a 75-mile radius
• Block scheduling is not available

Requirements

• Active OK RN license or Compact RN license currently in hand — pending licenses are not accepted
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, EKG/Telemetry, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of IMC/MS stepdown experience required, with a focus on cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, and cardiothoracic surgery
• Experience managing a 4:1 patient ratio required
• Valid driver's license and a utility bill in the candidate's name with a matching address from within the last 3 months are required for consideration
• Two supervisory references required for consideration
• Copies of certifications required for consideration
• Candidate's permanent address must be more than 75 miles from the facility

Additional Information

• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are not accepted — permanent address must be outside a 75-mile radius from the facility
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from this health system for at least 1 year to be eligible
• RTO is limited to a maximum of 5 days per 13-week assignment; holiday and blackout date requests are not accepted
• No holiday time off requests will be accommodated

American Traveler Job ID #P-719783. 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 - 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.