American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/13/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care (PCU) position in New York, requiring a current NY RN license and night shift availability.
Responsibilities
- Work in a 26-bed Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU) within a tertiary care hospital
- Adult acute care patient population needing critical care step-down services
- Patients require continuous pulse-oximetry and telemetry monitoring
- Handles cases needing specialized airway management, acute BIPAP support, arterial lines, central lines, and titrated IV medication infusions
- Typical patient ratio ranges from 1:5 to 1:7 for MedSurg
- 3x12 hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
- Must work every other weekend
- Epic charting system experience required
- Staff wear any combination of navy and white scrubs
- Provide care for critical care step-down patients transitioning from ICU, ED, PACU, and medical-surgical floors
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- All time-off and scheduling requests must be disclosed at time of application
- Call-off policy allows up to three shifts per 13-week assignment
- Professional references from a supervisor within the past two years are required
Requirements
- Active NY RN license in hand
- Minimum one year of recent RN experience
- Current BLS certification required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Able to perform interpretation and management of cardiac dysrhythmias and respond to rapid response/code scenarios
- Skilled in IV therapy, phlebotomy, and peripheral line management
- Competency in non-invasive respiratory care and oxygen therapy
- Must adhere to isolation precautions as needed
- Applicants must be located at least 75 miles from the facility
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-648481. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 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.
