Travel PCU/ICU Registered Nurse - $2,980 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 05/19/2026
• Duration: 14 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: May 19, 2026
• Length: 14 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a PCU float position requiring at least 2 years of recent ICU experience and Level 1 trauma experience, with night shifts available at 36 or 48 hours per week.

• Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with floating required to ICU and other PCU units
• High-acuity patient population, including patients requiring rapid response interventions
• Night shift schedule: 7p–7:30a
• 36 or 48 hours/week contract options available (4x12-hour shifts)

• Active KY or compact RN license in good standing, free of any licensure hits
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, and NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
• Minimum 2 years of recent ICU experience required
• Minimum 1 year of Level 1 trauma experience in a high-acuity PCU required
• PCU, Med/Surg, and telemetry nursing experience required
• Strong critical thinking skills with ability to manage patients requiring rapid response
• 2 supervisory references from within the last 3 years required for consideration

• Float assignments include ICU and other transitional/PCU units, with orientation provided to those units
• First-time travelers will not be considered for this position
• Candidates whose permanent residence is within 100 miles of the facility are not eligible
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from the facility for at least 6 months before being eligible to return as a traveler
• All requested time off (RTO) must be disclosed at the time of profile submission — RTO requests made after submission will not be approved

American Traveler Job ID #P-697575. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit

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.