ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/13/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Opportunity:

Registered Nurse - PCU

Job Details:

• Work 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts with self-scheduling
• Acuity-based patient ratios: MS patients 1:5-6, PCU patients 1:3-4
• Weekend coverage required with 2 out of 3 major holidays mandatory
• Float required as needed within hospital or to affiliate hospitals
• 36 hours of orientation provided
• Must have 1+ years of nursing experience with solid neuro experience
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Must have experience with Cardizem, Amiodarone, Lasix, Insulin drips, Post Heart Cath, and Post Pace-maker procedures
• Work with mixed acuity unit patients including medical surgical and progressive care levels
• Care areas include oncology, stroke, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary patients
• Manage cardiac drips with titration capabilities for insulin, Amio, and Cardizem drips
• Handle unstable strokes and BiPap patients
• Use Cerner charting system
• Dress code: red scrub top with black bottoms
• Free parking available
• Indiana state, compact, or temporary license required prior to start
• Travel experience preferred, locals not accepted for this position
• Must confirm experience with accessing/managing ports, blood product administration, central line care, CVA management, external CPAP/BIPAP, heparin protocols, IV insulin protocols, cardiac drip management, telemetry, post cardiac angiogram and cath procedures

Facility:

This 194-bed short-term acute care hospital provides comprehensive medical services with a focus on mixed acuity care. The facility features a dynamic progressive care unit that combines medical surgical and PCU level care, specializing in oncology, stroke, cardiac, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary services. The hospital maintains modern equipment and offers extensive interdisciplinary support including physical therapy, respiratory services, radiology, pharmacy, and rapid response teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Location:

Lafayette, IN

Lafayette offers a vibrant college town atmosphere as home to Purdue University, providing excellent cultural amenities, dining, and entertainment options. The city combines small-town charm with big-city conveniences, featuring beautiful parks, recreational activities along the Wabash River, and a strong sense of community that makes it an ideal location for healthcare professionals seeking both career growth and quality of life.

Adex Job ID #3121160. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

About ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLCBenefits

• Referral bonus