Travel PCU Telemetry RN - $2,254 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/28/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours, nights Employment Type: Travel Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Sep 28, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring 2 years of telemetry experience and Epic proficiency. Details Progressive Care Unit (PCU) setting caring for patients with cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions Patient population includes respiratory insufficiency, acute MI, cardiac disease, neurological disorders, and CVA Patient ratio of 1:4-5 Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00-07:00) Required to work every other weekend No on-call requirements May float within scope to same level of care or one step below (Med Surg) Epic EMR experience required Requirements Active IL RN license in hand (pending license not accepted) Minimum 2 years of PCU/telemetry nursing experience required Current certifications: ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS Experience with bedside HD, endoscope, chest tubes, EEG, cardioversion, and arterial lines required Experience with high flow O2 delivery devices required Epic charting system experience required Additional Information Manage patients requiring BiPAP/CPAP and high flow nasal cannula (HFNC) Perform cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and utilize rapid response/code teams Assist with procedures including thoracentesis, chemical cardioversion, and electrical cardioversion Provide care for patients pre/post cardiac catheterization, cardiac surgery, and cardiac angiogram Manage cardiac drips without titration and administer procedural sedation monitoring Navy blue scrubs required Candidates must have RTO scheduled at time of consideration Local candidates within a 70-mile radius are not accepted First-time travelers are welcome to apply American Traveler Job ID P-751055. 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.