Travel Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse - $3,048 per week

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Housing stipends

Job summary

American Traveler is seeking a Travel PCU RN with telemetry experience for a night shift position in St. Louis, Missouri. The role is a travel assignment in a Level I Trauma, Magnet teaching hospital.

Shifts are 12 hours on nights, 48 hours per week, with a 13‑week duration and a 3‑month break after 18 months of travel. ACLS/BLS and Epic EMR experience are preferred; Navy blue scrubs are required.

Qualifications

• Active MO or compact RN license required.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required.
• ACLS and BLS certifications required.
• Telemetry experience required; PCU-specific experience not mandatory.
• Epic charting experience required for certain units.

Responsibilities

• Telemetry monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias.
• Cardiac and vasoactive drips titration.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio 1:3–5; floating within service line as needed.
• Care in a Level I Trauma, Magnet teaching hospital; night shift.

Skills

Telemetry experience

ACLS certification

BLS certification

Epic experience

Education

MO or Compact RN license

Tools

Epic EMR

Job description

Travel Progressive Care Unit 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 seeking a PCU RN with telemetry experience and required ACLS/BLS certifications for a night shift position in a Level I Trauma, Magnet teaching hospital.

Responsibilities

• Position is in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a short term acute care hospital
• Mixed acuity patient population including cardiac and hospitalist patients
• Patient diagnoses include CHF, arrhythmias, ACS-STEMI/NSTEMI, valve disease, CAD, pulmonary hypertension, hypertensive crisis, chest pain, syncope, pacemaker/AICD malfunction, and acute renal failure
• Nurse-to-patient ratio ranges from 1:3-5
• Specialized cardiac procedures include cardiac catheterization, pacemaker/AICD placement, echocardiogram, treadmill and nuclear stress tests, cardiac MRI/CT, cardioversion/ablation, carotid doppler, pulmonary function test, and anti-arrhythmic drug loading
• Responsibilities include telemetry monitoring, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, blood product administration, central line care, and titration of cardiac and vasoactive drips
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within service line as needed
• Uses Epic EMR system; Epic experience required for certain units
• First time travelers are welcome to apply
• Work in a Level I Trauma, Magnet designated teaching hospital
• Navy blue scrubs are required
• No on-call responsibilities
• No block scheduling available
• RTO not permitted during first week of orientation
• Travelers may remain for up to 18 months, with a 3-month break required after 18 months
• Holiday coverage will be required based on hospital needs

Requirements

• Active MO or compact RN license required
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience required
• Current ACLS and BLS certifications required
• Telemetry experience required; PCU-specific experience not mandatory
• Prior experience in a hospital setting caring for cardiac patients required
• Epic charting experience required for certain units
• Candidates must live at least 75 miles from the facility
• No more than 7 days of requested time off per 13 week contract
• Permanent employees must wait one year before returning as travelers
• 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-649668. 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.