Telemetry Day Shift Travel RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Illinois.
Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• 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 31, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an RN for an IMC/Stepdown position requiring active IL licensure and at least 1 year of telemetry/stepdown experience.
Details

• Work in the IMC/Stepdown unit of a Level I Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital
• 562 staffed bed facility
• Day shift schedule of 3x12 hours (0645-1915)
• Will work every other weekend
• No on-call requirements
• Floating required within the hospital or to nearby affiliate facilities as needed
• Cerner charting system used

Requirements
Active IL RN license required and in hand at time of application
Minimum 1 year of relevant experience required
BLS and NIHSS certifications required; ACLS preferred
Required experience in Telemetry, Neuro Stepdown, and PCU/DOU/IMC/Stepdown settings
Cardiac monitoring and emergency response skills including dysrhythmia interpretation/management and use of Rapid Response Teams
Cardiovascular experience including post cardiac angiogram, post MI, pre/post cardiac cath, pre/post cardiac surgery, sheath removal, and TR band
Gastrointestinal experience with feeding tube care and management
Genitourinary/Renal experience with pre/post hemodialysis management and renal failure
IV therapy/Phlebotomy skills including port access, arterial line management, blood product administration, central line care, peripheral line care, PICC line management, and starting IVs
Medication management experience including heparin protocols, cardiac and vasoactive drip management, PCA, and procedural sedation administration
Neurological/Psychiatric case experience including craniotomy, CVA, pre/post neurosurgery, spinal cord injury, and traumatic brain injury
Orthopedic case experience including ortho trauma, peripheral nerve block catheters, and total joint replacements
Plastic surgery case experience including skin grafts and surgical drains
Respiratory skills including care of ventilated patients, chest tube management, CPAP/BiPAP, HFNC, ABG interpretation, and tracheostomy management
Experience with isolation precautions and wound care/wound vac
Cerner charting experience preferred
Teaching hospital and Level I Trauma experience preferred
AHA or Red Cross certifications accepted; RQI cards not accepted
Additional Information
Provide direct patient care for a complex telemetry/stepdown patient population including cardiac, neuro, ortho, renal, and respiratory cases
Local candidates accepted with no radius restriction
Previous permanent or PRN employees of the hospital system must be separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler
Ideally no more than 5 days of non-holiday requested time off
Must work 2 of the 3 major holidays
Scrubs may be any solid color
Parking permit required with no associated cost
First-time travelers are not accepted for this position
Travel pairs are not accepted
American Traveler Job ID #P-723572. 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.