American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 12/16/2025
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position with charge responsibilities and advanced cardiac skills required.
Responsibilities
- Work in a cardiac and medical Progressive Care Unit (ICU stepdown) within a short-term acute care hospital
- Night shift, 4x12 hour block schedule from Thursday to Sunday
- Patient ratios are 3:1 (max 4:1); charge nurses may have a limited patient assignment depending on staffing, with a typical ratio of 2:1
- Patient cases include heart caths, cardiac and vasoactive drips, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen
- Uses Cerner for electronic charting
- Floating within hospital or to nearby affiliate hospitals is required
- No on-call required
- Weekend work is required
- Specialized procedures may include IV starts, cardiac and vasoactive drips, conscious sedation, and ventilator management
- Responsibilities include providing specialized care for cardiac and critically ill patients in a true ICU stepdown environment
- Charge nurses lead the team and may be required to take limited patient assignments during staffing needs
- All travelers expected to float as needed within facility or to nearby affiliates
- Candidates must be willing to work two out of three major holidays; Christmas is guaranteed off
- First-time travelers are encouraged to apply
- Red scrub top and black bottoms required for uniform
- Free parking available
- Must be away from any previous perm or PRN employment at IU Health for at least 12 months before applying as a traveler
- Time off requests (RTO) of five non-holiday days or less are auto-approved; more than five require facility approval
Requirements
- Active IN or Compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
- Minimum 18 months of recent PCU experience required
- Charge nurse experience required
- Current AHA BLS and ACLS certifications required; NIHSS preferred
- Experience with telemetry, cardiac drips (e.g., Levo, Dopa, Nitro, Cardizem, Amio), BiPAP, high-flow oxygen, Level I-IV acuity, and ventilators preferred
- Experience using Cerner EMR
- Nursing degree from a university accredited by ACEN or CCNE
- Must not be a current local IN resident; local candidates not accepted for this unit
- Must provide two supervisor references
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-631541. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 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.
