RN Step Down / PCU (with $7,500 Completion Bonus)

Registered Nurse (RN) – Step Down / Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Location: Cleveland, OH
Contract Type: Travel
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 3×12 Rotating (Days/Nights)
Pay: $2,509.20/week
Completion Bonus: $2,500 per contract (up to $7,500 after three contracts)

Job Description

ATC Healthcare is seeking an experienced Step Down / Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) for an auto-offer travel assignment in the HVTI Stepdown Unit.

This is a high-acuity cardiovascular stepdown environment requiring strong clinical skills, adaptability, and recent stepdown experience. Nurses must be comfortable working rotating shifts and supporting the operational needs of a large academic medical center.

This role is ideal for clinicians with solid stepdown/PCU backgrounds who are confident managing intermediate-level acuity patients in a fast-paced, high-volume hospital system.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced stepdown/PCU nursing care.
• Monitor and manage complex cardiovascular and medical patients.
• Interpret telemetry and ECG rhythms.
• Administer medications and treatments per provider orders.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams across HVTI services.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Support high-acuity patient flow and care coordination.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 months PERMANENT experience in Stepdown specialty prior to travel.
• Minimum 18 months recent Stepdown experience (travel experience accepted).
• PCU/Progressive Care experience preferred.
• Active Ohio RN license or Compact license (must be in hand at submission).
• Required Certifications (AHA or American Red Cross):
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • NIHSS
• 1 supervisory reference required (manager, ANM, supervisor, or director in specialty).
• Strong cardiac monitoring and clinical assessment skills.

Benefits

• Weekly pay with competitive rates
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Referral bonuses for referring talented professionals into our network
• Flexible schedules and dedicated recruiter support

About ATC Healthcare

ATC Healthcare has been a leader in healthcare staffing for nearly 40 years, offering personalized placement and support to healthcare professionals nationwide. With over 60 locations, we are committed to connecting skilled nurses, therapists, and clinicians with rewarding career opportunities.

Other Duties: Please note this job summary is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other category protected by Federal, State, or local law.

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