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Progressive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Chicago, IL for RNs

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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Chicago: 124 miles
  • 8 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 12
$2,075 to $2,287
Weekly Pay*
Any RTO must be presented UP FRONT at the time of submission. IL State Licensure and all Certifications MUST be uploaded into AMIE Web in order to submit. 50-mile radius rule, no local CLNs EPIC Experience is required NO Blocked Schedule Request RTO Restrictions: not to exceed 3 consecutive days and 7 total day per 13-week contract IL license in hand (not a compact state).
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Davenport, Iowa – 52803
    Distance from Chicago: 153 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 28, 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
  • Terre Haute, Indiana – 47802
    Distance from Chicago: 165 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,791 to $1,974
Weekly Pay*
280 bed Level 3 Trauma center. The hospital is a Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award winner for Patient Experience
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Terre Haute, Indiana – 47802
    Distance from Chicago: 165 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,791 to $1,974
Weekly Pay*
280 bed Level 3 Trauma center. The hospital is a Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award winner for Patient Experience
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Muscatine, Iowa – 52761
    Distance from Chicago: 178 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 28, 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 Chicago: 178 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 28, 2025
  • 6
$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
  • Lima, Ohio – 45801
    Distance from Chicago: 199 miles
  • 12 D,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 7
$2,126 to $2,343
Weekly Pay*
he Stepdown Registered Nurse (RN) delivers patient care utilizing the nursing process through data collection and assessment, identifying and determining the priority of patient’s problems/needs, and evaluating the process and outcome of nursing care, all in collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team. The RN coordinates, provides, and directs patient teaching activities and coordinates the care provided by health team members. Essential Job Functions • Conducts initial and ongoing patient assessment, analyzes assessment data, creates a plan of care, implements treatment, and evaluates treatment effectiveness • Administers medications in a safe manner consistent with the State of Practice and Bon Secours Mercy Health policies and procedures. • Serves as point of contact for patient’s care coordination throughout hospital departments. • Acts as a patient safety advocate by participating in ongoing quality improvement in the department. • Serves as patient advocate in collaboration with spiritual care, palliative care, and ethics. • Serves as a point of care with care coordination and family members or caregivers. • Clinically manages patients with multi-system organ failure and/or multisystem trauma. • Using the AACN Synergy Model, restores, supports, promotes, rehabilitates, or palliates to maintain the physiologic, psychologic, and psychosocial stability of patients across the lifespan. • Synthesizes and prioritizes information in order to take immediate and decisive evidence-based, patient-focused action using clinical judgement and clinical inquiry. • Anticipates and responds with confidence and adapts to rapidly changing patient conditions. • Responds to the unique needs of the patients and families coping with unanticipated illness or injury and treatment and advocate for their choices in quality of life. • BSMH nurses are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH Nursing Professional Practice Model. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification Current RN license in state they are working or covered by compact (required) BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care) ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support (preferred) CCRN Critical Care Registered Nurse (preferred) PCCN Progressive Care Certified Nurse (preferred) National Institute of Health(NIH) Stroke Certification (preferred) Education Bachelor of Science Nursing (preferred) Work Experience 1 year of RN experience (required) 6 months RN experience in an acute care hospital setting (preferred) Training EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred) Critical Care Course (preferred) Skills • Assigns patient care according to the nursing skill, knowledge, and scope of practice of staff. • Orients, facilitates learning experience, and provides education (based upon quality improvement indicators, outcomes, and implementation) to nursing staff and others. • Possesses clinical knowledge, skills, and competency to provide evidence-based patient care in accordance with the current standards of practice, policy and procedure, and BSMH mission. • Performs comprehensive assessment of patient’s clinical condition and psychosocial needs of the patient and their supportive resources. • Safely and efficiently develops, implements, and prioritizes plan of care. • Application of the nursing process in patient care delivery. • Assesses patient’s physical and emotional responses to treatment to evaluate effectiveness of intervention and patient outcomes; revises plan of care accordingly. • Assists patient and family in coping with patient’s illness. • Collaborates with others in the delivery of coordinated patient care. • Strong interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills. • Applies cultural diversity and inclusion principles when caring for patients and their support resources. • Recognizes own limitations and seeks assistance and acquires information to perform safely. • Advances personal and professional growth through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-services, and workshops. • Exhibits professionalism through accountability for own and delegated actions. • Integrates cost-effective measures into practice and models effective stewardship of available resources. • Practices self-care and cultivates resilience in conflict and difficult circumstances. • Protects the safety and privacy of all persons. • Understanding and utilization of office and clinical technologies. • Ability to communicate with patients in a manner they can understand considering their personal preferences. • Compassionate, relationship-based approach to help find meaning in illness, suffering, pain, and existence. • Remains calm, adaptive, and collective during an emergency. • Manages care of patients with chest tubes. • Assesses patients through hemodynamic monitoring. • Inserts and monitors transvenous pacing/temporary pacing. • Administers means for conscious sedation. • Knowledge of advanced respiratory modalities. Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse May be required to use physical restraints May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids* May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials* May have periods of constant interruptions * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.): 34-66% Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66% Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66% Stoop/Kneel 1-33% Crawling 1-33% Climbing 1-33% Balance 1-33% Bending 34-66% Sitting 34-66% Walking 34-66% Standing 34-66% Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination) Perform shift work Maneuver weight of patients Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder Reach above shoulder Repetitive arm/hand movements Finger Dexterity Color Vision Acuity – far Acuity – near Depth perception Use of latex products Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents Exposure to moving mechanical parts Exposure to dust/fumes Exposure to potential electrical shock Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy Exposure to high pitched noises Gaseous risk exposure Patient Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures. Adults(18-64 years) Geriatrics (65 years and older)
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Midland, Michigan – 48670
    Distance from Chicago: 211 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$1,730 to $1,906
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit 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
  • Quincy, Illinois – 62301
    Distance from Chicago: 237 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,934 to $2,131
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
  • Rochester, Michigan – 48307
    Distance from Chicago: 238 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 28, 2025
  • 12
$1,676 to $1,847
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
  • Rochester, Michigan – 48307
    Distance from Chicago: 238 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 24, 2025
  • 12
$1,676 to $1,847
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
  • Rochester, Michigan – 48307
    Distance from Chicago: 238 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 24, 2025
  • 12
$1,676 to $1,847
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
  • Grosse Pointe, Michigan – 48236
    Distance from Chicago: 246 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 24, 2025
  • 13
$1,537 to $1,694
Weekly Pay*
Stepdown unit with Ventilator management, Sedation (Precedex) Drips, Cardiac (Cardizem, Cardene) Drips *6 Months required with Ventilator management, 1 year preferred. *ACLS, BLS, NIHSS required. 3:1 Ratio, 12 Bed unit. Medical more than surgical patients with pulmonary team assigned to them.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Saint Louis, Missouri – 63128
    Distance from Chicago: 260 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,837 to $2,024
Weekly Pay*
Med Stepdown Type of Patients on Unit: Post-op (high acuity surgeries or lower acuity surgical pt that didn’t recover as well-needing cardiac gtt , bipap , etc ), Trauma, High Acuity Medical Number of Beds: 29 Patient Ratios: 1: 3/4 EMR-EPIC Scrub Color – Black
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Saint Louis, Missouri – 63128
    Distance from Chicago: 260 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,837 to $2,024
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
  • Saint Louis, Missouri – 63128
    Distance from Chicago: 260 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 16, 2025
  • 13
$1,837 to $2,024
Weekly Pay*
EMR-EPIC Scrub Color – Black
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Saint Louis, Missouri – 63128
    Distance from Chicago: 260 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,837 to $2,024
Weekly Pay*
EMR-EPIC Scrub Color – Black
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from Chicago: 268 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 23, 2025
  • 13
$2,048 to $2,257
Weekly Pay*
350 bed Level 1 Trauma center and Teaching hospital, Comprehensive Stroke Center
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from Chicago: 268 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
460 bed teaching hospital. 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 Chicago: 268 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
460 bed teaching hospital. 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 Chicago: 268 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 23, 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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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
    Distance from Chicago: 268 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 16, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
460 bed teaching hospital. 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 Chicago: 268 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 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 – 40202
    Distance from Chicago: 268 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
460 bed teaching hospital. 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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Statistics on PCU RN Jobs in Chicago, Illinois

Here are some helpful statistics about PCU traveling nurse jobs in & near Chicago. The data is based on the last three complete months of PCU job postings in the Chicago 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 Chicago and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel PCU Nursing Jobs for RNs in Chicago, IL

What types of shifts are most common for PCU travel jobs in Chicago?

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

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

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in Chicago can make an average of $1,634 per week based on recent job availability.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in Chicago can make an average of $1,664 per week based on recent job availability data.

What is the most common contract for Progressive Care Unit travel jobs in Chicago?

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

Locating Progressive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs in Chicago

Other popular cities near Chicago’s PCU job opportunities are Oak Park (7.3 miles), Berwyn (7.4 miles) and Forest Park (8.7 miles). These are near to zip codes: 46383 (40 miles), 60901 (51.6 miles) and 61114 (79.6 miles).

* 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.