American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Bloomington, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Start Date: 01/06/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 48 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position with mixed acuity exposure and advanced cardiac care requirements.
Responsibilities
- Work takes place in a hospital Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with a mixed acuity setting, including CVICU
- Primary patient populations include cardiovascular surgery (CABG, TAVR, SAVR, MVR, VATS), thoracic surgery, cardiology, endocrine, and oncology
- Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:2 for ICU and 1:3-4 for acuity adjustment (rare)
- Responsibilities include management of post-cardiac surgery patients, cardiac drips, vasoactive drips, arterial lines, blood products, central lines, and ventilators
- Specialized experience with telemetry, arterial line management, and the use of private rooms with overhead lifts
- Cerner is the EMR used and Cerner experience is required
- Scheduled as four 12-hour day shifts (7:00 am – 7:30 pm); every other weekend required
- Floating within the hospital or to affiliated hospitals may be necessary as needed
- No on-call requirement
- Responsibilities include advanced monitoring, complex medication administration, and comprehensive post-surgical care for cardiac and thoracic patients
- Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the contract assignment
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- All travelers may be required to float to other units or affiliated hospitals as needed
- RTO policy allows for up to 5 days off to be auto-approved
- Returning former permanent or PRN employees must have a 12-month separation before being eligible as a traveler
- Black scrub bottoms and red scrub tops are required attire
- Free parking is available on site
Requirements
- Active IN or compact RN license required and must be in hand at time of application
- Minimum of 18 months recent experience in a PCU, ICU, or similar acute care setting
- Current certifications in ACLS and BCLS required; NIHSS preferred
- Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited university required
- Experience in interpreting and managing dysrhythmias, post-cardiac surgery care, titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips, and managing arterial, central, and PICC lines
- Preferred but not required: experience with intra-aortic balloon pumps, LVAD/RVAD/Impella, pre/post cardiac cath or sheath removal, and ventilator management
- Previous charge experience preferred
- Cerner charting experience required
- No local candidates will be considered for this position
- Pending licenses are not accepted
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-646237. 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.