Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $1,801 per week

Fusion Medical Staffing, LLC; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Highly competitive pay

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life and Short-term disability

401(k) matching

Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program

24/7 recruiter support

Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Job summary

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU to provide care in Evansville, Indiana. This role focuses on patients transitioning from intensive care to medical-surgical units, requiring frequent monitoring and specialized interventions.

The ideal candidate will have a valid RN license, BLS, and ACLS certifications, and experience in telemetry care. Benefits include competitive pay, medical insurance, PTO, and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as a Stepdown RN (or equivalent).
• Current valid RN license in compliance with state regulations.
• Current BLS Certification from AHA/ARC is required.
• Current ACLS Certification from AHA/ARC is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and telemetry data.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments.
• Prepare equipment for cardiac-related procedures.
• Document nursing history and physical assessments.

Skills

Telemetry monitoring

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Cardiac care

Education

Current valid RN license

BLS Certification (AHA/ARC)

ACLS Certification (AHA/ARC)

Job description

Overview

Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Evansville, Indiana.

Job Details

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/12/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel
• Location: Facility in Evansville, Indiana

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs, and telemetry data; respond to abnormalities.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments with a focus on cardiac care.
• Prepare equipment and assist physicians during cardiac-related procedures and examinations.
• Maintain patient comfort and safety; observe patients and document significant conditions and reactions.
• Respond to life-saving situations according to nursing standards, policies, procedures, and cardiac emergency protocols.
• Document nursing history and physical assessments for telemetry patients.
• Initiate patient education plans focused on cardiac health, risk factors, and lifestyle modifications.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for telemetry patients.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients and clients; adhere to safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Required Qualifications

• One year of recent experience as a Stepdown RN (or equivalent)
• Current valid RN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS Certification (AHA/ARC)
• Current ACLS Certification (AHA/ARC)

Preferred Qualifications

• Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) Certification
• NIHSS Certification
• Other certifications and licenses may be required for this position

Summary

A Stepdown Registered Nurse provides care to patients transitioning from intensive care to medical-surgical or general inpatient units. These patients require frequent monitoring and specialized nursing interventions. They assess and manage complex patient needs, administer medications and treatments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, patient-centered care.

Essential Work Functions

• Monitor and interpret telemetry data to detect abnormalities and respond appropriately.
• Administer medications and treatments per approved nursing techniques with a focus on cardiac care.
• Prepare equipment and assist physicians during cardiac-related procedures.
• Maintain awareness of comfort and safety needs of telemetry patients.
• Document nursing history and physical assessments; communicate patient status to supervisor or physician.
• Respond to life-saving situations according to protocols specific to cardiac emergencies.
• Collaborate with the team to ensure comprehensive care for telemetry patients.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to hospital safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Adhere to infection control guidelines and apply relevant safety practices.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first-day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs