Travel Stepdown Registered Nurse - $2,164 per week

Company: American Traveler
Location: Kalamazoo
Posted on: February 7, 2026

Job Description:

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 02/23/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights - Employment Type: Travel Job Description American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Stepdown Unit with oncology skills and ONCC or ONS certification at a Michigan facility. Responsibilities - Work in a hospital-based Stepdown Unit for general medical and oncology stepdown patients - Nurse-to-patient ratio typically ranges from 1:4 to 1:6 - Uses Welch Allyn vital sign towers and Sigma IV pumps - Documentation is completed in Epic EMR - Night shift schedule (3x12 hours), 19:00-07:30 - Every other weekend required - Floating to other med surg areas, including AU and ER, for med surg patient care - No on-call responsibilities - Block scheduling may be considered upon request - Chemo admissions may decrease assignment ratios - Support staff provided if nurse-to-patient ratios increase - Charge RN is not typically assigned to patient care - Self-scheduling is available for most shifts, except weekends assigned by manager - Must be available for the first two weeks of the assignment - Time-off requests after offer must be discussed with the manager Requirements - Active Michigan RN license required - Minimum 2 years of PCU/stepdown experience required - Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA required - NIH Stroke Scale certification required - ONCC or ONS certification (must be in hand) - Experience administering chemotherapy via IV and starting IVs is required - Epic EMR experience preferred 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-662743. 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 - Stepdown 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.

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