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American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 11/16/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 16, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1
Description: American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) night shift position requiring a CO or compact RN license and 2+ years of stepdown experience. Details Acute care setting in a 36-bed Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) Patient ratios of 1:3 to 1:4 Common diagnoses include cardiac, respiratory compromise, and post-procedure recovery cases Night shift schedule with 6-9 weekend shifts within a 6-week schedule EPIC EMR used for charting Tele monitor system is GE with rhythm strips documented on paper and verified by RN Nurse aides available at a 1:12 ratio Charge RN does not carry a patient assignment Self-scheduling and block scheduling options available May float to other acuity levels including ICU (low acuity holds), PCU/Stepdown, and MS-Tele May float within Zone 1 (PEN, SFH, SFI, SMC, STM) Call or standby requirements determined by nurse manager
Requirements: Active CO or compact RN license required BLS and ACLS certification (AHA) required Minimum 2 years of RN experience required BSN not required Able to manage non-invasive respiratory support such as BPAP and heated high-flow therapy Able to manage titratable drips per IMC unit policy, including cardiac, antihypertensive, metabolic, antiarrhythmic, and sedation/analgesia medications Chest tube management experience required Driver's license copy required for consideration
Additional Information: Provide direct patient care for cardiac, respiratory, and post-procedure recovery patients in a stepdown unit Verify rhythm strips initially read by monitor techs Navy blue scrub color required Weekend coverage expected, with a minimum of six weekend shifts self-scheduled per six-week period Holiday coverage required Must reside at least 60 miles from the facility Clinicians must be in-state for orientation week, though initial modules may be completed remotely Candidates must not have been directly employed by any facility within the health system in the past year, though PRN employment through outside staffing firms is acceptable American Traveler Job ID #P-. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 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.

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