American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 01/12/2026
• 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 requiring telemetry and neuro experience, with night shifts and flexible weekend requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) of a hospital setting
• Cares for patients with CVAs, hydrocephalus, brain tumors, resections, seizures, TBIs, trauma cases, GI surgeries, and large wound management
• Staffing ratios are typically 1:3-4
• Utilizes Cerner EMR for documentation
• Night shift position (4x12 hours, 19:00-07:30)
• Must be flexible to work 50% of weekends during the contract
• Floating may be required to different levels of care including Med-Surg, PCU, and ICU within the hospital or to affiliated hospitals
• May be assigned charge nurse responsibilities depending on unit needs, with training provided
• May be assigned to precept or have students shadow as part of working in a teaching facility
• Expected to make up any call-in shifts as described by hospital policy
• Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays during the contract
• First time travelers are accepted
• Up to 5 days of requested time off can be auto-approved

Requirements

• Active IN or compact RN license in hand at time of consideration
• Current certifications required: ACLS, BCLS, and NIHSS (AHA or RQI accepted)
• Minimum 2 years recent RN experience including telemetry and proficient neuro experience
• Experience in management of drips required
• Experience with Cerner EMR required
• Graduation from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
• Conscious sedation and Level 1 trauma experience preferred
• Not accepting local candidates for this position
• Previous staff or PRN employees must be separated for at least 12 months before returning as a traveler

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-651839. 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

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