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, and metabolic/electrolyte abnormalities. Perform and monitor continual BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, wound care (including pressure injuries, surgical wounds, and negative pressure dressings), and interpret cardiac rhythms.

TravelNurseSource is working with Malone Healthcare to find a qualified IMC RN in Louisville, Kentucky, 40201!

Job ID: 902449
Job Title

Registered Nurse - IMC/PCU/Stepdown (Nights)
Location

Louisville, KY | Acute Care
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Night Shift | 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 setting 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, and metabolic/electrolyte abnormalities
• 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
• Document and manage patient care using Cerner EMR (comfortability score of 3 or higher required); operate ICU Medical IV pumps, Omnicell medication dispensing, and Philips monitors
• Float to like units as needed; may be asked to assume charge nurse duties

Required Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Minimum 3 years of recent PCU, stepdown, or intermediate care experience
• Must have completed at least one prior travel nursing assignment
• BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required
• Vistelar training (facility-specific) required
• Proficient with Cerner EMR at a comfortability score of 3 or higher

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Charge nurse experience with willingness to take on charge duties as needed
• Familiarity with unit-specific equipment including Oximizer, Sara Steady, and Hoyer Lift
• Strong clinical performance that demonstrates adaptability in a high-acuity environment

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 available on-site