Travel Step Down RN - $2,163 per week

Concentric Healthcare Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Springfield, Missouri.

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/19/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Candidates residing within 50-100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.

Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.

Travel RN - Cardiac Surgery Intermediate / Step Down (Nights)

Springfield, MO Acute Care

Contract 13-Week Travel Assignment Night Shift (19:00-07:00) Expected 36 or 48 hours/week

• Utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care for cardiac/thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, respiratory distress, alcohol withdrawal, and insulin drip patients
• Monitor and coordinate patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient outcomes and comfort
• Operate and manage specialized equipment including Philips monitors, chest tubes, arterial lines, wound vacs, pacer boxes, pacing wires, EKOS, Nicom, BiPAP, and Airvo
• Float on a rotational basis to critical care cluster or med/surg as needed
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality in accordance with applicable nursing practice standards
• Function within the scope of nursing preparation and consistent with the Missouri Nurse Practice Act

• Current RN license - must meet eligibility criteria for licensure in the state of Missouri or currently hold Missouri licensure
• BLS certification from AHA required
• ACLS certification from AHA required
• Minimum 1 year of inpatient Step Down/PCU experience
• Flu vaccination or approved exemption required for assignments running November 1 through April 1 (declinations are not accepted)

• Experience with cardiac and thoracic surgery patient populations
• Proficiency with EPIC EMR
• Familiarity with patient ratios of 3:1 or 4:1 in a step down or PCU environment
• Team-oriented approach with strong communication and collaboration skills

• Work within a nationally recognized, high-acuity facility holding a Level 1 Trauma & Burn Center designation and multiple quality and safety distinctions
• Gain experience in a dynamic cardiac and surgical step down unit utilizing advanced monitoring and therapeutic equipment

Concentric Healthcare Staffing Job ID . Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown

Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.

The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the "why" behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.

Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.

Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric's mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others