Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,300 per week in Saint Louis, MO
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Saint Louis
Posted on: March 30, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location: Saint
Louis, MO Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,300 per week Shift
Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 4/20/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is
working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Saint
Louis, Missouri, 63136! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession:
Nursing Specialty: Step Down Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: Night Hours
per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years in critical care nursing
with experience in vents, titration of pressors, and insulin drips.
License: Valid nursing license required. Certifications: ACLS,
BCLS, NIHSS required. Must-Have: - Experience with titration of
vasopressors, sedation medications, insulin drips, trach vents,
arterial lines, external pacemakers, and chest tubes. - Must have
been at the bedside within the last 6 months. Description: This is
a step down unit position for night shifts. The patient-to-nurse
ratio is 1:4. Nurses are required to work 2 shifts every other
weekend. For night shifts, it can be either Friday/Saturday or
Saturday/Sunday, depending on the existing rotation. The candidates
must have experience with vents, titration of pressors, and insulin
drips. First-timers are accepted. Clinical skills required include
procedural sedation administration and monitoring, interpretation
of arterial blood gases, telemetry, managing cardiac arrhythmias,
and care of ventilated patients. Nurses will float to lower acuity
floors as needed. The unit provides care primarily to adults with
various acute medical conditions, essentially step-down from ICU.
The unit typically has 1-2 respiratory therapists assigned each
shift, but nurses must know how to troubleshoot ventilator alarms.
The position requires candidates who have proficient experience in
the specific medical procedures and equipment outlined in the job
description. All travelers must comply with safety measures related
to fit testing. Candidates must also be comfortable floating within
the service line. References may be required during the application
process. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing A diverse range of
assignments on your resume showcases your adaptability,
versatility, and resilience. This can make you a more attractive
candidate for future job opportunities and career advancement.
Advocating for patients becomes more nuanced when dealing with
diverse populations. Travel nursing exposes you to different
patient advocacy scenarios, refining your advocacy skills. Connect
with healthcare professionals nationwide, expanding your
professional network. These connections can open doors to new
career opportunities, collaborations, and lifelong friendships
within the healthcare community. Healthcare facilities may follow
different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse
approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare
delivery. Travel nursing exposes you to various healthcare
professionals, including industry leaders and experts. Networking
with these individuals can open doors to mentorship and career
advancement opportunities. Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS
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