Travel Progressive Care (Stepdown) RN - $2,164 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Prescott, Arizona. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline : RN Start Date : 12 / 02 / 2025 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 Unit (PCU) stepdown position requiring an active AZ or compact RN license and recent PCU experience. Responsibilities Work in a hospital-based Progressive Care Unit (stepdown) within an acute care setting Unit consists of 14 beds, with a typical 1 : 3-4 nurse-to-patient ratio depending on patient acuity Patient population includes cardiovascular, post-surgical, chronic vent, renal, and complex medical cases Utilizes equipment such as Philips Cardiac Monitors, telemetry, Medtronic pacemakers, invasive monitoring, Pyxis, and Cerner EMR 12-hour shifts (7A-7P or 7P-7A), three shifts per week, with two weekend shifts per pay period Floats to ICU preferred and required to float to Medical / Surgical Telemetry units as needed Care for patients with a variety of cardiovascular, post-cardiac surgery, and medical stepdown needs High-acuity, fast-paced environment involving patients post-cardiac cath, open heart surgery, STEMI, NSTEMI, alcohol withdrawal, chronic vents, and renal disease Orientation includes hospital training and skills validation Navy scrubs and business-appropriate hair color required Testing on sterile technique for Foley catheter insertion and central line dressing changes conducted on first orientation day First time travelers will be considered for this position Requirements Active, unencumbered AZ or compact (NLC) RN license required at the time of consideration (no pending licenses accepted) Minimum of 1 year recent PCU or stepdown RN experience Current and active ACLS and BLS certifications required Demonstrated skills in EKG interpretation, IV cardiac medication administration, and experience with peritoneal dialysis, chronic vents, chest tubes, PCA pumps, transvenous pacing, and arterial or venous sheath management Must pass a dysrhythmia exam (with 2 attempts) prior to contract signing Must provide two references : one supervisor from the last 12 months and one peer or supervisor from the last 3 years Copy of driver's license required Candidates may not have been a full time, part time, or PRN employee at any CommonSpirit, CHI, or Dignity facility within the past year Permanent residence must be at least 50 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-628308. 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.