American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lafayette, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 01/13/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) role requiring acute neuro experience and proficiency with specialized drips.
Responsibilities
- Work in a mixed acuity PCU unit that includes medical, oncology, and stroke patients
- Mixed patient population with both medical surgical and progressive levels of care, including cardiac, gastrointestinal, and pulmonary patients
- Nurse-to-patient ratios are 1:5-6 for med-surg and 1:3-4 for PCU patients
- Responsibilities include management of Cardizem, Amiodarone, insulin, and Lasix drips, as well as post-heart cath and post-pacemaker patients
- Use of BiPap and care of unstable stroke patients is required
- Day shift, three 12-hour shifts per week (6:00–18:30)
- Cerner is the charting system used and experience is required
- All travelers will float within the hospital or to a nearby affiliate
- Local candidates are not accepted for this position
- Responsibilities include management of cardiac, neuro, and oncologic patient care at progressive and med-surg levels
- Must be able to work two out of three major holidays during the contract
- Scrub uniform is a red top with black bottoms
- Free parking is available on site
- Up to 5 days of requested time off can be auto-approved
- All candidates must be willing to float as assigned
Requirements
- Active IN or compact RN license required and must be in hand before start
- Current certifications in BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS required
- Minimum of 18 months to 2 years of acute care nursing experience required
- Solid neuro experience in an acute care setting is required
- Experience managing drips including Cardizem, Amiodarone, Lasix, and insulin
- Graduation from a university accredited by ACEN or CCNE is required
- Cerner charting experience required
- First time travelers are accepted
- Former permanent or PRN employees must be separated for at least 12 months before applying 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-652774. 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.
