Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse - $2,820 per week

American Traveler; Lafayette (IN); In loco; USD 114.000 - 142.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance (

Day 1 options included for benefits

401(k) Plan

Weekly payroll deposit

Housing stipends and travel licensure

Non-taxed per diem and subsidy

Traveler rewards and discounts

Free Online CEUs

Descrizione del lavoro

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with neuro and telemetry experience in Lafayette, Indiana. The assignment is 13 weeks at 48 hours per week, with night shifts (12s) and a start date of 01/13/2026.

Must hold Indiana licensure and Cerner EMR experience. Responsibilities include caring for mixed acuity PCU patients, managing neuro and telemetry patients, and handling drips and post-procedure care.

Competenze

• Active Indiana RN license or IN compact license
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS current
• 18–24 months of relevant clinical experience
• Neuro and telemetry nursing experience
• Graduation from ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Cerner EMR experience

Mansioni

• Care for mixed acuity PCU patients including medical-surgical and progressive care.
• Caring for oncology, stroke, cardiac, GI, pulmonary, and post-procedure cases.
• Maintain typical ratios: Med/Surg 1:5-6; PCU 1:3-4.
• Manage drips such as Cardizem, Amiodarone, Lasix, and insulin.
• Care for post-heart cath and post-pacemaker patients; unstable strokes and BiPAP cases.
• Use Cerner EMR and navigate in a fast-paced environment.
• Night shift 18:00–06:30; potential rotations to 3x12 as needed.
• Travelers float within hospital or affiliate facilities.
• Provide progressive care and telemetry monitoring; manage complex drip protocols.
• First-time travelers welcome; expect to work two of three major holidays.
• Free parking provided.

Conoscenze

Telemetry nursing

Neuro nursing

ACLS/BLS certified

Formazione

RN program accredited (ACEN/CCNE)

Strumenti

Cerner EMR

Descrizione del lavoro

Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse - $2,820 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Start Date: 01/13/2026
• 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 neuro and telemetry experience and required Indiana or compact licensure.

Responsibilities

• Work in a mixed acuity hospital PCU unit caring for both medical-surgical and progressive care patients
• Patient population includes oncology, stroke, cardiac, gastrointestinal, pulmonary, and post-procedure cases
• Typical ratios: Med/Surg patients 1:5-6, PCU patients 1:3-4
• Experience with drips including Cardizem, Amiodarone, Lasix, and insulin is required
• Care for post-heart cath and post-pacemaker patients, unstable strokes, and BiPap cases
• Cerner EMR is used and experience with Cerner is required
• Night shift (4x12 hours, 18:00-6:30), with potential rotations to 3x12 as needed
• All travelers required to float within the hospital or to affiliate hospitals
• Scrub color requirement: red top and black bottoms
• Provide nursing care for patients requiring progressive care and telemetry monitoring
• Must be able to independently manage complex drip protocols and post-procedure care
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Candidates must work two out of three major holidays
• Up to 5 days of requested time off may be auto-approved
• Free parking is provided

Requirements

• Active IN or Compact RN license or IN temporary license in hand before start date
• ACLS, BLS, and NIHSS certifications are required and must be current
• Minimum of 18 months to 2 years of relevant clinical experience required
• Solid neuro and telemetry nursing experience required
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited nursing program
• Experience with Cerner EMR required
• No local candidates are accepted for this position
• Any previous permanent or PRN employees must be separated for at least 12 months before being considered as a traveler
• 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

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.