American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Bloomington, Indiana.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Med Surg
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 02/24/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Description
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit position with strong MedSurg and PCU skills and night shift availability.
Responsibilities
- Work in a mixed acuity PCU/MedSurg unit of a short-term acute care hospital
- Care for patients with cardiovascular surgery, thoracic surgery, cardiology, endocrine, and oncology diagnoses
- Patient ratios are 1:5
- Special procedures include cardiac surgery (CABG, TAVR, SAVR, MVR, VATS), transcatheter interventions, and flex between MedSurg, Progressive, and ICU levels
- Special equipment includes telemetry, overhead lifts, arterial lines, central lines, and ventilators
- Night shifts: 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts, 19:00–07:30
- Every other weekend required
- No on-call requirement
- Floating within scope to other units or affiliate hospitals as needed
- Charting uses Cerner EMR
- Responsible for managing complex cardiac, thoracic, oncology, and endocrine patient populations including progressive care and MedSurg cases
- May care for patients post cardiac surgery and participate in the management of various specialized cardiac procedures
- Training provided on departmental protocols and equipment
- Must work 2 out of 3 major holidays
- Scrub attire required: black bottoms and red tops
- First-time travelers are accepted
- Perm or PRN employees must be away from the facility for 12 months before applying as a traveler
- Free parking is available on site
- Block scheduling may be discussed
Requirements
- Active IN or compact RN license required; pending license accepted but must be in hand before start
- Minimum 18 months of recent PCU or MedSurg RN experience required
- Current ACLS and BCLS (AHA or RQI) certifications required; NIHSS preferred
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an ACEN or CCNE accredited program
- Ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias, arterial lines, blood administration, and central/PICC line care
- Experience with titrating cardiac and vasoactive drips
- Cerner EMR experience required
- Previous charge nurse experience preferred but not required
- Not accepting local candidates for this position
Benefits
- High Pay and Bonuses
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
- 401(k) Plan
- Weekly Payroll Deposit
- Free Online CEUs
- Generous Housing Allowance
- Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
- Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
- Traveler Rewards and Discounts
American Traveler Job ID #P-662938. 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.
