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Our story starts with a 21-year-old CNA named Pete Hietpas. Pete was diligently working in eastern Wisconsin with a variety of staffing agencies, but something was missing. He loved caring for his patients, but felt that staffing agencies were exchanging compassion for competitiveness. He was determined to change that. As a result, he started Nurses PRN in 1995 to become a model for the healthcare staffing industry – being competitive in the marketplace, yet still maintaining a compassionate heart. Over the years Nurses PRN grew and evolved as a nationwide healthcare staffing company, and therefore wanted to be more inclusive to all valued healthcare professionals: nurses, allied health, locum tenens, CNAs, and more. This lead to the introduction of PRN Healthcare, which is inclusive of Nurses PRN and all of our other healthcare divisions. Our mission to create authentic, meaningful relationships with our healthcare professionals helps us set them up for success in their dream assignment, whether that be a travel contract, local contract, or per diem shift. This is all driven by the simple idea that better care for our healthcare workers, leads to better patient care – and this is all supported by a dedicated internal staff. Our company culture is strongly backed by faith-based values and activities, to remind us that our success provides us the opportunity to serve and give back to our communities. This is the spirit of caregiving. This is PRN Healthcare.

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Looking for a great Travel PCU - Progressive Care Unit Nursing Job in Lake Forest, Illinois? PRN Healthcare posted this Travel Nursing Job that offers 36 hours a week for 12 weeks in Lake Forest, Illinois.
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 The details for this Travel PCU - Progressive Care Unit Nursing Job are:
 
 
 <ul style="list-style: none;">
 <li>Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit</li>
 <li>Job Location: Lake Forest, Illinois</li>

 
 <li>Travel Nurse Salary: $2,239/week</li>
 
 
 
 <li>Start Date: 11/09/2026</li>
 <li>Assignment Length: 12 weeks</li>
 <li>Total Hours Per Week: 36 weekly</li>
 <li>Shift Breakdown: 3x12 hrs</li>
 <li>Shift: 12 hours, nights</li>
 </ul>

Lake Forest IL Illinois Lake Forest, Illinois RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit DOU - Direct Observation Unit Intermediate Care Stepdown Surgical ICU Stepdown 12 hours, nights PRN Healthcare Job ID #1605677. 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: PCU RN PRN Healthcare

Travel RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

<h2>Registered Nurse - PCU | Travel | Lake Forest, IL</h2>

<h3>Assignment Overview</h3>
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse for the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in a dynamic travel assignment. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical skills and the ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment, providing care to adult and geriatric patients.

<h3>Assignment Details</h3>
<ul>
 <li>Start Date: Not provided</li>
 <li>Work Modality: On-site</li>
 <li>Shift Details: 3x12 Nights</li>
 <li>Assignment Length: Not provided</li>
 <li>Estimated gross weekly pay package: $2430 (negotiable)</li>
 <li>Charting System: Epic</li>
</ul>

<h3>Responsibilities</h3>
<ul>
 <li>Access and manage ports</li>
 <li>Manage BiPAP/CPAP</li>
 <li>Administer blood products</li>
 <li>Monitor cardiac telemetry</li>
 <li>Care for central lines</li>
 <li>Perform continuous bladder irrigation (CBI)</li>
 <li>Manage feeding tubes</li>
 <li>Follow heparin protocols</li>
 <li>Care for intratracheal bleeds</li>
 <li>Follow isolation precautions/PPE</li>
 <li>Manage cardiac drips without titration</li>
 <li>Provide oxygen administration and management</li>
 <li>Handle pacemakers and temporary/permanent devices</li>
 <li>Perform wound care and manage wound vacs</li>
</ul>

<h3>Qualifications</h3>

Required:
<ul>
 <li>Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)</li>
 <li>Current State of Illinois Registered Professional Nurse license</li>
 <li>Basic Life Support (BLS), ACLS, and NIHSS certifications</li>
 <li>2 years of experience in a similar unit</li>
 <li>Travel experience required</li>
 <li>Illinois license in hand</li>
</ul>

Preferred:
<ul>
 <li>Not provided</li>
</ul>

<h3>Job Type</h3>
Travel

<h3>Benefits</h3>
<ul>
 <li>Medical and flu vaccinations required</li></ul>

Lake Forest IL Illinois Lake Forest, Illinois RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit DOU - Direct Observation Unit Intermediate Care Stepdown Surgical ICU Stepdown 12 hours, nights PEL/VIP Job ID #65878209. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. PEL/VIP

<div style="text-align:left;padding-bottom:1.25rem">PRN Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lake Forest, Illinois.<h3>Job Description &amp; Requirements</h3><ul><li>Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit</li><li>Discipline: RN</li><li>Start Date: 11/09/2026</li><li>Duration: 12 weeks</li><li>36 hours per week</li><li>Shift: 12 hours, nights</li><li>Employment Type: Travel</li></ul>
 
 Looking for a great Travel PCU - Progressive Care Unit Nursing Job in Lake Forest, Illinois? PRN Healthcare posted this Travel Nursing Job that offers 36 hours a week for 12 weeks in Lake Forest, Illinois.
 Vivian Health provides transparent Travel PCU - Progressive Care Unit Salary information and unbiased reviews from leading Travel Nurse Agencies across the United States, so you can compare travel opportunities matching your desired criteria.
 With Vivian, you can chat directly with recruiters and apply to staffing agencies with a Single Reusable Profile to find your ideal job faster and easier than ever.
 The details for this Travel PCU - Progressive Care Unit Nursing Job are:
 
 
 <ul style="list-style: none;">
 <li>Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit</li>
 <li>Job Location: Lake Forest, Illinois</li>

 
 <li>Travel Nurse Salary: $2,239/week</li>
 
 
 
 <li>Start Date: 11/09/2026</li>
 <li>Assignment Length: 12 weeks</li>
 <li>Total Hours Per Week: 36 weekly</li>
 <li>Shift Breakdown: 3x12 hrs</li>
 <li>Shift: 12 hours, nights</li>
 </ul>
 
 PRN Healthcare Job ID #1605677. 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: PCU RN<h3>About PRN Healthcare</h3><div>Our story starts with a 21-year-old CNA named Pete Hietpas. Pete was diligently working in eastern Wisconsin with a variety of staffing agencies, but something was missing. He loved caring for his patients, but felt that staffing agencies were exchanging compassion for competitiveness. He was determined to change that. As a result, he started Nurses PRN in 1995 to become a model for the healthcare staffing industry – being competitive in the marketplace, yet still maintaining a compassionate heart. Over the years Nurses PRN grew and evolved as a nationwide healthcare staffing company, and therefore wanted to be more inclusive to all valued healthcare professionals: nurses, allied health, locum tenens, CNAs, and more. This lead to the introduction of PRN Healthcare, which is inclusive of Nurses PRN and all of our other healthcare divisions. Our mission to create authentic, meaningful relationships with our healthcare professionals helps us set them up for success in their dream assignment, whether that be a travel contract, local contract, or per diem shift. This is all driven by the simple idea that better care for our healthcare workers, leads to better patient care – and this is all supported by a dedicated internal staff. Our company culture is strongly backed by faith-based values and activities, to remind us that our success provides us the opportunity to serve and give back to our communities. This is the spirit of caregiving. This is PRN Healthcare.</div><h3>Why Vivian Health?</h3>Be sure to apply via Vivian Health to increase your chances of landing your perfect job. Just complete your Vivian Health profileonce, and get access to thousands of opportunities across the country. Then keep up to date with your job application process and conversations with our easy to use app.<h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Weekly pay</li><li>Guaranteed Hours</li><li>Continuing Education</li><li>401k retirement plan</li><li>Referral bonus</li><li>Employee assistance programs</li><li>Company provided housing options</li><li>Medical benefits</li><li>Dental benefits</li><li>Vision benefits</li><li>Life insurance</li></ul></div>

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Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital

Travel PCU RN - $2,239 per week

Basic Life Support

Work Experience

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing

Education

Illinois Nursing License

License

Registered Nurse

PCU - Step Down

AHS Staffing

Registered Nurse - PCU - Step Down - Travel | Lake Forest, Illinois Estimated Weekly Pay: $2411.88 Start Date: 11/09/2026 | Duration: 12 Weeks Shift: 3 x 12hr Nights Job Details AHS Staffing is seeking a qualified Travel - Registered Nurse - PCU - Step Down in Lake Forest, Illinois. We provide competitive compensation, flexible housing options, and dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment—so you can focus on delivering excellent patient care. Estimated Weekly Pay: $2411.88 <ul><li>Weekly Wages: $731.88 </li><li>Weekly M&amp;I Per Diem: $644.00 </li><li>Housing Per Diem: $1036.00</li></ul>Minimum Requirements <ul><li>Graduate of an accredited program </li><li>Active and unrestricted professional license(s) and required certifications </li><li>Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience preferred </li><li>Strong communication skills and a commitment to clinical excellence </li></ul>Benefits for Our Travelers <ul><li>Competitive Compensation Packages Tailored to your Goals </li><li>Medical, Dental, Vision and Pet Insurance Options </li><li>401(k) Savings Program with Company Match </li><li>Licensure and Credentialing Reimbursement </li><li>Professional Liability / Malpractice Coverage </li><li>Weekly Pay/Direct Deposit </li><li>Private Housing or Generous Housing Allowance </li><li>Referral Bonuses up to $1000 </li></ul>Apply today, and one of our recruiters will connect with you promptly. Join a team that prioritizes your career, your goals, and your well-being. *Weekly estimated pay is for informational purposes only and based on weekly hours. They include projected hourly wages and weekly housing, meals and incidental per diems for eligible clinicians. Contact our amazing team of recruiters for more details.

Lake Forest IL Illinois Lake Forest, Illinois RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit DOU - Direct Observation Unit Intermediate Care Stepdown Surgical ICU Stepdown 12 hours, nights AHS Staffing Job ID #835290. 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: PCU - Step Down AHS Staffing

MedPro Healthcare Staffing

MedPro Healthcare Staffing, a Joint Commission-certified staffing agency, is seeking a quality PCU/Step-down Nurse for a travel assignment with one of our top healthcare clients. Requirements<ul><li>Active RN License</li><li>Degree from accredited nursing program</li><li>BLS &amp; ACLS Certifications</li><li>Eighteen months of recent experience in an Acute Care PCU/Step-down setting</li><li>Other requirements to be determined by our client facility</li></ul>Benefits<ul><li>Weekly pay and direct deposit</li><li>Full coverage of all credentialing fees</li><li>Private housing or housing allowance</li><li>Group Health insurance for you and your family</li><li>Company-paid life and disability insurance</li><li>Travel reimbursement</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Unlimited Referral Bonuses up to $1,000</li></ul>Duties ResponsibilitiesProgressive Care Nurses (PCU) care for patients requiring close monitoring and frequent assessment, but who aren't unstable enough to need ICU care. PCU nurses monitor cardiac and other critical vital signs and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations. Many PCU patients receive complex medications that may require titration based on the patient’s vital signs The PCU nurse is sometimes also called a step-down nurse and the PCU is also known as cardiac step-down, medical step-down, neuro step-down, surgical step-down and ER holding.<ul><li>Monitor and assess patients who aren't unstable enough to need ICU care.</li><li>Utilize computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information and detect any changes, thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.</li></ul>About AgencyMedPro Healthcare Staffing is a Joint Commission certified provider of contract staffing services. Since 1983, we have placed nursing and allied travelers in top healthcare facilities nationwide. Join us today for your very own MedPro Experience®.If qualified and interested, please call for immediate consideration. MedPro Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, disability, marital status or veteran status. Key Words: PCU Nurse, RN-Progressive Care, Telemetry Nursing positions, Step-down, Stepdown, Travel Nurse, Contract Nurse, Agency Nurse, EKG, Tele, Telemetry Contracts, Registered Nurse, Telemetry Nurse, Tele Nurse, RN, Registered Nurse, Telemetry Nurse, RN-Tele, Travel Nursing *Weekly payment estimates are intended for informational purposes only and include a gross estimate of hourly wages and reimbursements for meal, incidental, and housing expenses. Your recruiter will confirm your eligibility and provide additional details.

Lake Forest IL Illinois Lake Forest, Illinois RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit DOU - Direct Observation Unit Intermediate Care Stepdown Surgical ICU Stepdown 12 hours, nights MedPro Job ID #a0Fcx00000gtjh4EAA. 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: PCU/Step-down Nurse Nursing: PCU. MedPro Healthcare Staffing

PEL/VIP

TotalMed RN

We're looking for Progressive Care Unit RNs for an immediate travel nurse opening in Lake Forest, IL. The right RN should have 1-2 years recent acute care experience. Read below for more requirements. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you will care for patients who require close monitoring and frequent assessment, but aren't unstable enough to need ICU care. Progressive Care Unit RNs will utilize computer equipment to monitor cardiac and other vital information, detecting any changes and thereby enabling intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations. Close observation is necessary as many PCU patients receive a significant amount of complex medications, sometimes through an intravenous line that may need to be adjusted or titrated. The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you should be prepared to perform the following tasks:<ul><li>Provide basic bedside care; stabilize critical cardiac patients.</li><li>Change dressings, insert catheters and start IVs.</li><li>Prepare, administer and record prescribed medication, reporting any adverse reactions to treatment.</li><li>Monitor and adjust specialized equipment used on patients, and interpret and record electronic displays.</li><li>Initiate corrective action whenever information from monitoring equipment shows adverse symptomatology.</li> </ul>PCU Travel Nurses should be able to stand and walk for long periods of time, as well as bend, lean and stoop without difficulty. RNs should be able to easily lift 20 pounds. Moving or lifting of patients may require lifting of up to 50 pounds at times. Because of the fast-paced environment, Progressive Care Unit RNs must possess good skills for coping with stress and be able to relate to people of all ages and backgrounds. Requirements*: ACLS, BLS, NIH, 2 Years * Additional certifications may be required before beginning an assignment.

Lake Forest IL Illinois Lake Forest, Illinois RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit DOU - Direct Observation Unit Intermediate Care Stepdown Surgical ICU Stepdown 12 hours, nights TotalMed RN Job ID #1524241. 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: Progressive Care Unit - PCU RN - Travel Nurse TotalMed RN

Protouch Staffing

RN PCU - Travel Contract🕐 Shift: 3*12⏰ Hours: 36 Hours/ Week📆 Start Date: 11/09/2026✨ Position DetailsWe are looking for an experienced RN PCU to join our team Requirements:·         Active, unrestricted RN license in the state of practice.·         1-2 years of recent PCU/Step-Down nursing experience preferred.·         Experience caring for moderately to critically ill patients requiring close monitoring.·         Strong knowledge of cardiac and respiratory assessment.·         Experience with continuous telemetry monitoring and EKG interpretation.·         Proficiency in IV therapy, medication administration, and titratable drips.·         Experience caring for patients with cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and post-surgical conditions.·         BLS certification required.·         ACLS certification required. 💵 Compensation W2: $17/hour on W2Stipend: $1,675/ WeeklyGross Weekly: $2,287/ Weekly  📋 Additional DetailsContract Length: 13 weeks with possibility of extensionShift: Days/ NightsGuaranteed Hours: 36Charting: Any 📩 Interested?Interested or want more details? Apply now or message me directly to discuss the opportunity!Contact: Dikshant Sehgal📞 📧 Gross Pay (weekly): $2016.0Taxable Pay (weekly): 2016.0Non-taxable Pay (weekly): 0.0RN - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) - TravelShift: 07:00 PM to 07:30 AMLocation: Lake Forest, ILScheduled Hours : 36

Lake Forest IL Illinois Lake Forest, Illinois RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit DOU - Direct Observation Unit Intermediate Care Stepdown Surgical ICU Stepdown 12 hours, nights Protouch Staffing Job ID #PROTOUCHEXT-90999. 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. Protouch Staffing

Triage Staffing

Travel Nursing: Progressive Care Unit Lake Forest Location:         Lake Forest Start Date:       11/16/2026 Shift Details:   12H Nights                          36 hours per week Length:            12 WEEKSApply for specific facility details.Stepdown/PCU RN

Lake Forest IL Illinois Lake Forest, Illinois RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit DOU - Direct Observation Unit Intermediate Care Stepdown Surgical ICU Stepdown 3 hours Triage Staffing Job ID #WDKH9DMQ. Posted job title: Nursing: Progressive Care Unit Triage Staffing

Stability Healthcare

Stability Healthcare is looking for a Tele Step-Down RN contract position in Lake Forest, IL. The PCU nurse is sometimes also called a step-down nurse and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. PCU nursing jobs traditionally operate between the levels of general and ICU care, and more recently, in the field of critical care, as well.

Lake Forest IL Illinois Lake Forest, Illinois RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit DOU - Direct Observation Unit Intermediate Care Stepdown Surgical ICU Stepdown 12 hours, nights Stability Healthcare Job ID #893117. 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: Tele Step-Down Stability Healthcare

PCU RN
Lake Forest, Illinois
Northwestern Medicine Catherine Gratz Griffin Lake Forest Hospital

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