Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care in Louisville, KY

Manage common diagnoses including CHF, SVT, a-fib, a-flutter, NSTEMI, COPD exacerbations, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, pleural effusions, respiratory failure, acute and chronic kidney failure, altered mental status, metabolic/electrolyte abnormalities, DM, and anemia. Perform and monitor continual BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, wound care (including pressure injuries, surgical wounds, and negative pressure dressings), and interpret cardiac rhythms.

Job ID: 902450
Job Title

Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown (4 West)
Location

Louisville, KY | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Nights | Every other weekend rotation | Holiday rotation required | No on-call requirement
Key Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for moderate to high acuity cardiac, pulmonary, renal, and medical patients in a fast-paced 21-bed PCU unit at a 1:5 patient ratio
• Manage common diagnoses including CHF, SVT, a-fib, a-flutter, NSTEMI, COPD exacerbations, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, pleural effusions, respiratory failure, acute and chronic kidney failure, altered mental status, metabolic/electrolyte abnormalities, DM, and anemia
• Perform and monitor continual BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, wound care (including pressure injuries, surgical wounds, and negative pressure dressings), and interpret cardiac rhythms
• Administer and manage IV drips including Heparin, Lasix, and Amiodarone
• Utilize Cerner EMR, ICU Medical IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, Philips monitors, and unit-specific equipment including Oximizer, Sara Steady, and Hoyer Lift
• Float to like units as needed; may be asked to assume charge nurse duties

Required Qualifications

• Active RN license valid in the state of Kentucky
• BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Minimum of 3 years of recent PCU, stepdown, or intermediate care experience
• Must have completed at least one prior travel nursing assignment
• Cerner EMR proficiency required (comfortability score of 3 or higher)

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Charge nurse experience with willingness to take on charge duties as needed
• Strong familiarity with cardiac rhythm interpretation and high-acuity drip management
• Experience with negative pressure wound therapy and complex wound care

Why Join Us

• Supportive unit environment with PCA/CNA support, a Unit Coordinator, and a Charge RN who carries a patient assignment
• Complimentary parking with badge access provided on-site