Job Description

Alerion Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Rochester, New York.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 08/18/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

This is a RN Travel position. You must live more than 50 miles outside of Rochester, NY to be considered for this position. 

Join Our Team as an RN in Rochester, NY – ICU Stepdown
Are you an experienced ICU Stepdown RN looking for an exciting travel opportunity? We want to hear from you! This 13-week contract position (August 18 - November 15, 2025) offers an excellent chance to expand your skills while enjoying the beautiful city of Rochester, NY.

Why Choose This Opportunity?

• Competitive Pay : Earn $2,484 per week (up to $69/hour ) – one of the best pay rates in the industry!
• Flexibility : Enjoy a rotating shift schedule (Days, Evenings, Nights) with 36 hours per week.
• Comprehensive Benefits : We’ve got you covered with great benefits, including medical, 401k with company match, and more.
• Work-Life Balance : With 3-day shifts, you’ll have plenty of time to explore everything Rochester has to offer.

About Rochester, NY:
Rochester is a vibrant and dynamic city that’s perfect for those seeking both adventure and relaxation. Whether you enjoy outdoor activities, cultural experiences, or great food, this city has something for you! You’ll find beautiful parks, scenic lakeside trails, and a wealth of museums, shops, and dining options. Rochester is the perfect place to call home for the next 13 weeks.

Your Role: RN - ICU Stepdown
As an ICU Stepdown Nurse, you'll be part of a collaborative and supportive team, providing exceptional care to high-acuity patients. You’ll have the chance to take on a variety of responsibilities, including charge nurse, preceptor, and committee member roles. This is your chance to work in a setting that values professional development, service excellence, and evidence-based practice.

Your Qualifications:

• Required Experience : Must have at least two years of experience in Stepdown/PCU.
• Specialized Skills : Expertise in high acuity stroke and neurosurgery care is a must. Experience with telemetry, neuro checks, EVDs, lumbar drains, and more is essential.
• Certifications : You’ll need your BLS, ACLS, and an active NY RN License.

What’s Expected:

• Clinical Expertise : You’ll be expected to provide competent and compassionate care to patients with complex conditions, including high-acuity stroke and neurosurgery cases.
• Additional Skills : Experience with EVDs, sub-dural drains, Cardene drips, and other critical care procedures will be key to your success in this role.

Ready for your next adventure?
If you’re a passionate and experienced ICU Stepdown RN, don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to make a difference while exploring the vibrant city of Rochester. Apply today and join our team for a rewarding 13-week travel assignment!

Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined.

Alerion Healthcare Job ID #944. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN- ICU Stepdown (Travel Contract)

About Alerion Healthcare

How We Help Candidates

If you are a candidate considering a career move, Alerion Healthcare is here

to help!

Alerion can support your search for a direct hire, temporary, and temporary-

to-hire position in the healthcare industry.

You may be actively scrolling through jobs online or just thinking about where

you want your career to go next. While healthcare job opportunities may be

abundant in your line of work, have you considered what is the right job and

organization for your career move – where you will want to remain a long-term

member of the team?

If you are a nurse, technician, counselor, or therapist, an Alerion recruiting

professional will work one-on-one with you to understand your career goals

and work mindset. We will help you define your expectations for your next job

and employer and connect you to employers and positions that will be a

match.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• 401k retirement plan

Job Tags

Contract work, Temporary work, Night shift, Rotating shift, Day shift, Afternoon shift,

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