Travel Registered Nurse PCU/Stepdown

Company: American Traveler
Location: Youngstown
Posted on: March 24, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Youngstown, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: ASAP - 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: Mar 9, 2026 - Length: 13 weeks - Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-acuity PCU/Stepdown position requiring strong ventilator experience and the ability to manage complex multi-system patients on a 12-hour night shift schedule. Details - Work in a 28-bed PCU/Stepdown Unit (4SE) in a hospital setting - Exclusively an ICU stepdown unit — the only unit outside of the ICU that manages patients on vents and trachs - High-acuity patient population including respiratory, renal, surgical, and trauma cases - Manages patients on drips including Cardizem and Amiodarone (no pressors) - Airway management includes ventilators, trachs, BiPAP, CPAP, high-flow oxygen, and Airvo - Manages insulin drips and multi-system organ failure/multisystem trauma patients - Nurse-to-patient ratio is typically 1:4–5 - CNA support on the unit varies by shift; charge nurse may take a patient assignment on nights - 12-hour night shifts - Floating required to like or lower acuity units including other PCU, SDU, and IMC units - Epic EHR used (training preferred) Requirements - Active OH RN license or valid Compact RN license currently in hand - Current BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certifications required - Minimum 1 year of RN experience required - Strong higher-acuity experience required — ICU stepdown or comparable setting strongly preferred - Ventilator experience required - Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position - Proof of address required for consideration (acceptable documents: Driver's License, Voter Registration Card, Federal Tax Return, Military Form 2058, or W2 from U.S. government) - 1 supervisory reference required for consideration - Full SSN and DOB (MM/DD) required for consideration Additional Information - Conducts initial and ongoing patient assessments, develops and implements individualized care plans, and evaluates treatment effectiveness - Serves as the primary point of contact for care coordination across hospital departments and with family members or caregivers - Clinically manages patients with multi-system organ failure and/or multisystem trauma using evidence-based, patient-focused clinical judgment - Advocates for patient safety and participates in ongoing quality improvement initiatives - Pass/fail EKG (Dysrhythmia) exam required on the first day — two attempts allowed, and a study guide will be provided - Local candidates are not accepted for this position American Traveler Job ID P-675138. 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.

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