Urgent! Travel Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (Telemetry) RN - $2,092 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: Lafayette
Posted on: November 3, 2025

Job Description:

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: 12/02/2025 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is seeking a PCU RN with current IN or Compact license, ACLS and BLS certifications, and at least 18 months of stepdown or tele experience. Responsibilities - Position is in a Cardiac and Medical Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with an ICU stepdown setting - Patient population includes cardiac, medical stepdown, and patients requiring heart caths, drips, BiPAP, and high-flow oxygen - Care of patients requiring telemetry, cardiac and vasoactive drips (Levo, Dopa, Nitro, Cardizem, Amio), and BiPAP - Handles crisis criteria in PCU and participates in Code/Crisis management - Requires floating within the hospital and to affiliate hospitals as needed - Night shifts, 3x12-hour schedule (18:00-06:30) - Uses Cerner EMR, Cerner experience preferred but not required - No on-call required - Weekend shifts required - Daily duties involve care of complex stepdown cardiac and medical patients, titrating drips, and managing non-invasive ventilation - Red scrub top and black pants required - Free parking available - All travelers required to float as needed - Must be able to work 2 of 3 major holidays during the contract - First-time travelers welcome - Former IU permanent or PRN employees must have a 12-month break before applying as a traveler - RTO of up to 5 days may be approved automatically; additional requests require facility approval Requirements - Active IN or Compact RN license in hand prior to start - A minimum of 18 months of PCU, stepdown, or telemetry RN experience required - Current AHA or RQI ACLS and BLS certifications required - NIH Stroke Scale certification preferred - Ability to start IVs and manage cardiac & vasoactive drips, as well as BiPAP and high-flow oxygen required - Experience with Level I-IV acuity, ventilators, and conscious sedation preferred - Charting experience with Cerner is a plus - Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE-accredited nursing program required - Not accepting local candidates for this position 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-626238. 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 - 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.

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