Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,412 per week

About the role

Alliance Services, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Wausau, Wisconsin.

Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit, Discipline: RN, Start Date: 08/17/2026, Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week, Shift: 12 hours, nights, Employment Type: Travel.

Responsibilities

• 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
• Guaranteed 36 hours per week
• 13-week contract
• Float to all inpatient units as needed
• Every other weekend and every other holiday required
• Holiday rotation required
• Contract eligible for 36 hours of low census unbillable hours - can be low censused in hour increments as needed; unit will typically low census in 4-hour increments
• Work in a 44-bed intermediate cardiac stepdown unit with fast-paced, high patient turnover
• Patient population includes post-op CABG/Valve, thoracotomy, vascular, arrhythmia, CHF, post-procedure cath, pacer, defib, ablations, acute CP/MI, med/surg overflow including detox, DKA, COPD exacerbation, respiratory failure, and Fem Pop Bypass
• Typical patient ratio of 1:4

Requirements

• Minimum 1 year of strong cardiac experience required (Cardiac SDU, Intermediate Cardiac, or Cardiac ICU)
• Minimum 2 years of IMC/PCU/Tele experience required
• Experience with Amiodarone, Cardizem, and Nitro Drips required
• At least one prior travel assignment must be completed
• Minimum 1 year of recent EPIC charting experience required
• Must be able to pass EKG test during first week of hire
• Required certifications: WI RN License, BLS, and ACLS (AHA or ARC)
• Associate Degree or Certificate required; Bachelor's Degree preferred

Facility

This healthcare facility is a regional hospital offering a wide range of inpatient and specialty services, including a dedicated 44-bed intermediate cardiac stepdown unit.

The facility supports a diverse patient population with complex cardiac and medical-surgical needs, providing a dynamic and high-acuity environment for experienced nursing professionals.

Location

Wausau, Wisconsin is a vibrant city nestled along the Wisconsin River, offering an abundance of outdoor activities including skiing, hiking, and fishing, along with a charming downtown filled with local dining and cultural attractions.

The area provides an excellent quality of life with a welcoming community and easy access to the natural beauty of central Wisconsin.

Benefits

• Weekly pay via direct deposit and accessible payroll support
• 401k with 100% matching
• Monthly reimbursement for health insurance
• Maximum non-tax stipends available including lodging, meals and incidentals
• 24/7 On-call support
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Referral bonus

Pay

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2412

$500 CONTRACT COMPLETION BONUS Opportunity