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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Grand Island, Nebraska.

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/31/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Aug 31, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) position requiring NE or Compact RN licensure and drip titration skills for 12-hour night shifts.

• Acute care Stepdown/PCU unit with 33 beds
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4-5, transitioning to 1:6 with virtual nursing support in June
• Patient population ranges from young adults through geriatrics with diagnoses including sepsis, STEMI, CHF, chest pain, COVID, stroke, renal failure, COPD, DKA, and complex multisystem issues
• RNs required to titrate drips including Heparin, Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitroglycerin, IV antibiotics, and Insulin
• Charge Nurse present on each shift and takes a patient assignment
• CNAs available at approximately 1:10 ratio, fluctuating with unit census
• RT equipment used includes BiPAP and Airvo
• Tele/Monitor Techs present on unit; RNs must read and interpret their own telemetry strips
• 12-hour night shifts (0630-1900 or 1830-0700), with unit schedulers creating traveler schedules
• Every other weekend required
• Holiday coverage as needed to meet unit needs
• Floating required to MedSurg, Inpatient Rehab, or Skilled Care
• EPIC EMR used
• Upon transition to virtual nursing, each nurse will have a dedicated CNA and the Charge RN will not carry a patient assignment

• Active RN license (State or Compact/NLC) required, no pending licenses accepted
• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• BSN not required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS (active, no pending certifications accepted)
• Prior Stepdown/PCU or telemetry experience required
• Must be able to titrate and manage critical care drips
• Driver's license required for consideration and used to verify residence

• Responsible for providing direct patient care in a fast-paced Stepdown unit with frequent admissions and discharges within the same shift
• Strong teamwork, positive attitude, and commitment to bedside report and hourly rounding are key to success on this unit
• Upon transition to virtual nursing, virtual nurses will assist with admissions, discharges, education, rounding, and care plans
• First week of orientation is classroom-based, followed by two 12-hour shifts on the floor
• Scrub color for RNs is navy blue
• Artificial nails are prohibited in all patient care departments; refusal to remove them will result in contract termination
• RNs must pass a Pass/Fail open-book exam during orientation with a minimum score of 90%, using provided resources
• Must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Candidates may not have been directly employed (full time, part time, or PRN) with any CommonSpirit-affiliated facility, including CHI or Dignity, within the past year; PRN employment through outside staffing firms will be considered
• Up to 7 days of RTO may be requested upfront per 13-week contract; additional RTO requests will not be approved after submission
• Facility may cancel up to 4 shifts per 13-week assignment (3 shifts for shorter assignments)

American Traveler Job ID #P-737794. 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

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.