Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Stepdown RN
Rock Island, IL
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,434/weekOverview
- Start Date06/15/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care349 beds
- SettingHospital
Pay
Description
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Jun 15, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown position in Rock Island, IL, requiring 2 years of cardiac stepdown experience and active IL and IA RN licenses.
Details
- Night shift position, 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM, 3x12-hour shifts per week
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU) / Stepdown setting within a multi-campus health system
- Cardiac stepdown patient population
- Night shift patient ratio is 1:5 to 1:6; charge nurses account for each nurse's level of cardiac experience when making assignments
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call responsibilities
- Floating may be required across local campuses (Rock Island, Bettendorf, Moline, and Muscatine) within the same discipline
- EMR: Epic (experience required)
- 13-week contract
Requirements
- Active IL RN license required at time of consideration
- Active IA RN license also required; if not yet active, proof of application for an IA single-state or compact RN license must be provided during compliance
- Minimum 2 years of recent cardiac stepdown / PCU experience required
- Current BLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
- Current ACLS certification (AHA or ARC) required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Driver's license required for consideration
- One supervisory performance evaluation or professional reference from within the past 2 years preferred
Additional Information
- Contributes professional and clinical knowledge as part of an interdisciplinary care team
- Local candidates (within 50 miles of the facility) are welcome to apply
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Travelers are expected to work 2 of the 3 winter holidays: Thanksgiving, Christmas, or New Year's
Facility
UnityPoint Health Trinity - Rock Island
2 nurses recommend working with UnityPoint Health Trinity - Rock Island

- Short Term Acute Care
- 349 beds
Employer
American Traveler
68 nurses recommend working with American Traveler
Pros
Savannah has been beyond incredible throughout this whole process! Patient, supportive, willing to take a chance, knowledgeable, and just a great person!
Cons
If she has one, I’ve yet to find it.
Recommends working with American Traveler
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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.
Rock Island, IL
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