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Progressive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in St. Louis for RNs

Find Top RN Progressive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in St. Louis, Missouri

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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Quincy, Illinois – 62301
    Distance from St. Louis: 111 miles
  • 12 D,
  • April 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,969 to $2,170
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Columbia, Missouri – 65201
    Distance from St. Louis: 117 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 16, 2025
  • 13
$1,941 to $2,139
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Paducah, Kentucky – 42003
    Distance from St. Louis: 138 miles
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 8
$1,914 to $2,110
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
    Distance from St. Louis: 146 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$2,163 to $2,384
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from St. Louis: 148 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$2,163 to $2,384
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution. Key Functions: -Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. -Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. -Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team. -Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. -Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. -Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation. -Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents. -Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. -Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. -Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution. -Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies. -Monitors EMU patients 24/7 for seizure activity. -Ensures good communication with patients/family by utilizing meaningful hourly rounding, bedside shift report and whiteboards. -Works with critical care team for Advanced Care patients. -Works with hospitalists for Advanced Care patients.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from St. Louis: 148 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 12
$2,058 to $2,268
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized Job Description: -The staff Registered Nurse (RN) is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for a group of patients for a designated time frame and provides care to these patients via the utilization of the nursing process, nursing trends, technology, financial and human resources within the philosophy of the institution. Essential Functions: -Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service. -Implements procedures and theories related to the specific area of practice. -Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of nursing care provided to assure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team. -Completes initial assessment upon patient admission and develops appropriate plan of care in accordance with unit standards and that is based on patient and family needs. -Implements plan of care, nursing interventions, and patient care procedures. -Modifies plan of care based upon continuous evaluation. -Takes responsibility for patient and employee safety by reporting and/or correcting safety hazards and incidents. -Communicates with others directly and in private when necessary to resolve issues. -Offers constructive feedback to assist in the professional development of peers, and confers with colleagues to expand knowledge base. -Identifies own learning needs and takes initiative to begin appropriate solution. -Fulfills all requirements of departmental competencies.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from St. Louis: 148 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Springfield, Missouri – 65804
    Distance from St. Louis: 195 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,749 to $2,287
Weekly Pay*
• Number of Beds: 26 • Patient Ratios: 3:1 or 4:1 • Equipment: Philips monitors, chest tubes, art lines, wound vacs, drains, EVD’s, Nicom, BIPAP, Airvo • EMR: EPIC • Type of Patients on Unit: Neuro, trauma, alcohol withdraw, resp distress, insulin drips
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Springfield, Missouri – 65804
    Distance from St. Louis: 195 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,749 to $2,287
Weekly Pay*
• Number of Beds: 26 • Patient Ratios: 3:1 or 4:1 • Equipment: Philips monitors, chest tubes, art lines, wound vacs, pacer boxes, pacing wires, drains, EKOS, Nicom, BIPAP, Airvo • EMR: EPIC • Type of Patients on Unit: Cardiac/Thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, alcohol withdraw, resp distress, insulin drip Overview: Performs direct patient care activities for all age groups to include assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Monitors and coordinates patient care activities with ancillary departments to optimize patient care and comfort. Functions within the scope of nursing preparation and consistent with the established guidelines of nursing practice, the Missouri Nurse Practice Act, Mercy Code of Conduct, Mercy Mission and Values and Mercy Service Standards. Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: Stand and walk most of the time on duty. Meet unit specific physical demands. Significant amount of bending and stooping, as well as lifting and turning patients with assistance. May be required to work differing schedules, shifts, days of the week, or work frequency according to patient care requirements. High risk exposure to blood and body fluids. Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip up to 50 lbs., pinch up to 15 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl minimally. Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care for patient post trauma, surgical interventions and medical comorbitities. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care. Evaluates the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct care givers. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Muscatine, Iowa – 52761
    Distance from St. Louis: 198 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,204 to $2,882
Weekly Pay*
UnityPoint Health is one of the nation’s most integrated health systems. Our physician-led team of professionals communicates clearly and effectively to address a patient’s health care in the most appropriate setting: whether that is a clinic, a hospital or at home. Through relationships with more than 280 physician clinics, 32 hospitals in metropolitan and rural communities, and home care services throughout its 9 regions, UnityPoint Health provides care throughout Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin. UnityPoint Health entities employ more than 30,000 employees, working toward innovative advancements to deliver the best outcome for every patient, every time.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Muscatine, Iowa – 52761
    Distance from St. Louis: 198 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,204 to $2,882
Weekly Pay*
UnityPoint Health is one of the nation’s most integrated health systems. Our physician-led team of professionals communicates clearly and effectively to address a patient’s health care in the most appropriate setting: whether that is a clinic, a hospital or at home. Through relationships with more than 280 physician clinics, 32 hospitals in metropolitan and rural communities, and home care services throughout its 9 regions, UnityPoint Health provides care throughout Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin. UnityPoint Health entities employ more than 30,000 employees, working toward innovative advancements to deliver the best outcome for every patient, every time.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Muscatine, Iowa – 52761
    Distance from St. Louis: 198 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,285 to $2,518
Weekly Pay*
UnityPoint Health is one of the nation’s most integrated health systems. Our physician-led team of professionals communicates clearly and effectively to address a patient’s health care in the most appropriate setting: whether that is a clinic, a hospital or at home. Through relationships with more than 280 physician clinics, 32 hospitals in metropolitan and rural communities, and home care services throughout its 9 regions, UnityPoint Health provides care throughout Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin. UnityPoint Health entities employ more than 30,000 employees, working toward innovative advancements to deliver the best outcome for every patient, every time.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Muscatine, Iowa – 52761
    Distance from St. Louis: 198 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$2,285 to $2,518
Weekly Pay*
UnityPoint Health is one of the nation’s most integrated health systems. Our physician-led team of professionals communicates clearly and effectively to address a patient’s health care in the most appropriate setting: whether that is a clinic, a hospital or at home. Through relationships with more than 280 physician clinics, 32 hospitals in metropolitan and rural communities, and home care services throughout its 9 regions, UnityPoint Health provides care throughout Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin. UnityPoint Health entities employ more than 30,000 employees, working toward innovative advancements to deliver the best outcome for every patient, every time.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Davenport, Iowa – 52803
    Distance from St. Louis: 201 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 13
$1,756 to $1,935
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive Order. Are you an Exceptional & Experienced Registered Nurse? Genesis Health System has rewarding opportunities for experienced nurses at several locations throughout the Quad Cities Area (QCA)! Compassion and evidence-based practice serves as the foundation of nursing care at Genesis. Our vision and beliefs for nursing show that we care about our patients and want what is best for them and their families.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Ottumwa, Iowa – 52501
    Distance from St. Louis: 203 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,967 to $2,168
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing specialized equipment. RN’s will mainly care for patients recovering from heart conditions or cardiac surgery. The right candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in a professionally challenging, positive, and innovative Telemetry work environment at this highly regarded facility.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from St. Louis: 242 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from St. Louis: 242 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40215
    Distance from St. Louis: 242 miles
  • 12 D,
  • May 26, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
Oncology focused Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team. 300 bed community hospital Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, sits on the Ohio River along the Indiana border. Every May, its race course Churchill Downs hosts the Kentucky Derby. Baseball is celebrated at the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, where Major League bats are produced. With a booming bourbon renaissance, iconic attractions, and a renowned culinary scene, Louisville is an experience like no other city.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from St. Louis: 242 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding 460 bed teaching hospital is looking for the right PCU RN to join their team. 21 bed Pulmonary Intermediate Care Unit with 1:4 staffing, 3:1 for BiPAP teams. The facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services. Cerner charting
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from St. Louis: 242 miles
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding 460 bed teaching hospital is looking for the right PCU RN to join their team. Intermediate/Step Down Cardiac Unit specializing in post OP Coronary Bypass Graft, Valve surgery, Chest pain, Dysrhythmia with pre/post Pacemaker/AICD placement, pre/post Cath Lab, CHF The facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services. Cerner charting
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40215
    Distance from St. Louis: 242 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
Oncology focused Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team. 300 bed community hospital Louisville, Kentucky’s largest city, sits on the Ohio River along the Indiana border. Every May, its race course Churchill Downs hosts the Kentucky Derby. Baseball is celebrated at the Louisville Slugger Museum and Factory, where Major League bats are produced. With a booming bourbon renaissance, iconic attractions, and a renowned culinary scene, Louisville is an experience like no other city.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from St. Louis: 242 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team. 460 bed teaching hospital. This facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from St. Louis: 242 miles
  • 12 N,
  • May 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team. 460 bed teaching hospital. This facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from St. Louis: 242 miles
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
350 bed Level 1 Trauma center and Teaching hospital, Comprehensive Stroke Center.
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Statistics on PCU RN Jobs in St. Louis, Missouri

Here are some helpful statistics about PCU traveling nurse jobs in & near St. Louis. The data is based on the last three complete months of PCU job postings in the St. Louis and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Progressive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in St. Louis and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel PCU Nursing Jobs for RNs in St. Louis, MO

What types of shifts are most common for PCU travel jobs in St. Louis?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in St. Louis and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Progressive Care Unit nurse make on average in St. Louis and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in St. Louis can make an average of $1,795 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Progressive Care Unit nurse make on average in St. Louis and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in St. Louis can make an average of $2,008 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Progressive Care Unit staff in or near St. Louis?

  • Mercy Hospital South in St. Louis (13 miles from St. Louis)
  • Mercy Hospital St Louis in St. Louis (13.5 miles from St. Louis)
  • Kindred Hospital St Louis in St. Louis (3.7 miles from St. Louis)

What is the most common contract for Progressive Care Unit travel jobs in St. Louis?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Progressive Care Unit job in St. Louis is 13.

Locating Progressive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in St. Louis

In St. Louis, facilities like Mercy Hospital South, Mercy Hospital St Louis and Kindred Hospital St Louis, all offer PCU departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Southwest Garden (zip code 63139), Rock Springs (zip code 63110) and Botanical Heights (zip code 63110) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near St. Louis’s PCU job opportunities are Florissant (13.1 miles), Bridgeton (15 miles) and Fenton (15.1 miles). These are near to zip codes: 63128 (13 miles).

St. Louis Hospitals With PCU Departments

There are 3 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have PCU nurses in St. Louis. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling PCU nurse position in or nearby St. Louis.

Kindred Hospital St Louis
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
House Supervisor Long Term Acute Care Progressive Care Unit
Address
4930 LINDELL BLVD.
Saint Louis, MO 63108
Nearby Neighborhoods
Cabanne Place (63112), Rock Springs (63110), Botanical Heights (63110), Southwest Garden (63139)
Mercy Hospital South
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 20, 3, 18, and 14
Address
10010 Kennerly Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63128
Nearby Neighborhoods
Southwest Garden (63139), Rock Springs (63110), Botanical Heights (63110), Cabanne Place (63112)
Mercy Hospital St Louis
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 20, 11, and 26
Address
615 S New Ballas Rd
Saint Louis, MO 63141
Nearby Neighborhoods
Rock Springs (63110), Southwest Garden (63139), Cabanne Place (63112), Botanical Heights (63110)
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.