Travel RN Med Surg/Telemetry PCU - $2,277 per week

GHR Healthcare - PH Division is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Rock Island, Illinois. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit Discipline: RN Start Date: 04/20/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Registered Nurse (RN) – Progressive Care Unit (PCU) – Travel Nurse – Cardiac Stepdown | Rock Island, IL Registered Nurse (RN) – PCU/Telemetry Travel Nurse in Rock Island, IL: 13-week cardiac stepdown contract at a Level 1 trauma center with competitive weekly pay. Join our healthcare team in the Quad Cities for an engaging travel nursing job focused on advanced cardiac and telemetry care. Experience the vibrant community of Rock Island, IL, nestled along the scenic Mississippi River. The Quad Cities area offers a lively downtown, beautiful riverfront parks, diverse cultural attractions, and a welcoming atmosphere—making it an ideal destination for travel nurses seeking both professional growth and enjoyable leisure time. Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,090 – $2,200 Location: Rock Island, IL 61201 (Quad Cities, Illinois) Healthcare Setting: Cardiac Stepdown Unit (RI 7N) / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Contract Duration: 13 weeks (April 20, 2026 – July 20, 2026) Shift: 12-hour nights (6:30 PM – 7:00 AM) Hours per Week: 36 Employment Type: Travel nurse (On-site) Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend Required Qualifications and Certifications Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Illinois required; Iowa RN license accepted on offer Minimum 2 years recent PCU / Med-Surg / Telemetry nursing experience At least one completed travel contract preferred (travel nursing experience) BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA required) Demonstrated experience with chest tubes, femstops, tracheostomies, continuous bladder irrigations (CBIs), drains, and central lines Proficiency administering and titrating cardiac and vasoactive medications including Amiodarone, Cardizem, Nitro, Insulin, Heparin, Dopamine, Dobutamine, Isuprel, Milrinone, Argatroban Experience with cardiac telemetry monitoring and advanced cardiac interventions Must have a taxable address outside 50 miles from facility and not employed by UnityPoint in the last 12 months Required at submission: driver’s license, resume/work history, completed skills checklist within 1 year, license verification, copies of certifications, and one supervisory reference Responsibilities Deliver high-quality, compassionate care to PCU and cardiac stepdown patients as a Telemetry RN Monitor and manage patients requiring advanced cardiac, telemetry, and post-procedural interventions Administer and titrate cardiac medications and vasoactive drips per protocol Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans Float within the same discipline across local campuses as needed Utilize EPIC EMR for accurate documentation, care coordination, and handoffs Participate in orientation and ongoing professional development opportunities Why Join Our Team Work at a Level 1 trauma center with diverse cardiac and telemetry cases Gain experience in a busy Cardiac Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit in Rock Island, Illinois Supportive interdisciplinary team and opportunities for professional growth Ideal travel nursing job for RNs seeking competitive pay and hands-on cardiac experience Ready to take the next step in your travel nursing career? Apply now and join our healthcare team today. Submit required documents at time of application. For questions about this Registered Nurse (RN) PCU travel position or to learn more about Rock Island nursing jobs and Quad Cities opportunities, contact our recruiter. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Planet Healthcare Job ID #471048. 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 About GHR Healthcare - PH Division For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. 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Created: 2026-04-04