Travel PCU/Telemetry Registered Nurse - $3,048 per week

American Traveler, LLC.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 118,000 - 159,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (

401(k) Plan

Weekly Payroll Deposit

Free Online CEUs

Travel and Licensure Reimbursements

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Telemetry PCU role in St. Louis, MO. The position covers nights with 12-hour shifts, at 48 hours per week, for a 13-week assignment starting 01/19/2026.

Required MO or compact RN license, 2+ years in PCU/telemetry, ACLS/BCLS, and Epic experience where applicable. Travel and licensure reimbursements are offered. Nurses may stay up to 18 months with breaks between assignments.

Qualifications

• Active MO or compact RN license required
• At least 2 years of recent PCU, telemetry or relevant acute care experience
• Current ACLS and BCLS certifications required
• Epic charting experience preferred or required for certain units
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility; locals not accepted

Responsibilities

• Telemetry monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias
• Cardiac and vasoactive drip titration and management
• Care of mixed cardiac and medical patients in PCU telemetry
• Nurse to patient ratios of 1:3-5; night shifts 4x12 hours
• During assignment, travel and licensure reimbursements may apply

Job description

Travel PCU/Telemetry Registered Nurse - $3,048 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in St. Louis, Missouri.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Start Date: 01/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Description

American Traveler is looking for an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) telemetry role requiring a MO or compact RN license and strong cardiac care skills.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit of a short-term acute care Magnet and teaching Level I trauma hospital
• Patients include hospitalist and cardiac mixed acuity population with diagnoses such as CHF, arrhythmias, ACS, heart valve disease, CAD, pulmonary hypertension, hypertensive crisis, chest pain, pacemaker issues, and acute renal failure
• Nurse to patient ratios are 1:3-5
• Responsibilities include telemetry monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, central line care, blood product administration, titration and management of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Special procedures include cardiac catheterization, pacemaker/AICD placement, echocardiogram, treadmill and nuclear stress tests, cardiac MRI/CT, cardioversion, ablation, and pulmonary function tests
• Uses Epic EMR; Epic experience may be required for certain units
• Night shifts (4x12 hours, 19:00–07:30)
• Required to work every other weekend
• Floating within the service line may be required
• No on-call required
• Responsible for advanced cardiac monitoring and delivering care to a diverse acuity patient population
• Must wear navy blue scrubs as per department dress code
• Night shift with every other weekend required
• Permanent employees must wait one year before returning as a traveler
• Travelers can stay for up to 18 months and must take a 3-month break before returning
• Testing or training modules may be required prior to starting; travelers may be compensated for completion
• Parking available at a cost

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license required
• At least 2 years of recent PCU, telemetry or relevant acute care experience
• Current ACLS and BCLS certifications required
• Experience with the interpretation and management of cardiac rhythms, central line procedures, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips required
• Ability to handle a mixed cardiac and medical patient caseload
• Epic charting experience preferred or required for certain units
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility; locals not accepted
• Up to 7 days of requested time off allowed per 13-week contract; no RTO permitted during the first week of orientation
• First-time travelers are 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-649656. 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.