Travel PCU RN - $2,473 per week

GLC On-The-Go is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Louisville, KY | Contract

Quick Look

• Weekly Gross Pay: $2,350 - $2,473
• Shift: 12hr Nights, 7p-7a
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks

Join a leading acute-care hospital as a Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit (PCU) in Louisville, KY. This position is ideal for experienced RNs looking to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment. As a PCU RN, you will provide care to high acuity patients with a range of complex medical conditions.

Unit Information:

• Beds: 21 high acuity, fast-paced
• Minimum Years of Experience required: 3 years recent PCU/Step Down/Intermediate care
• First-time travelers are not accepted; candidates must have completed one assignment

Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:

• Moderate to high acuity cardiac, pulmonary, renal, and medical patients
• Conditions include: CHF, strict I&Os, SVT, a-fib, a-flutter, NSTEMI, coronary artery disease, COPD exacerbations, cystic fibrosis, pneumonia, pleural effusions with thoras, respiratory failure, acute and chronic kidney failure, altered mental status, metabolic/electrolyte abnormalities, DM, and anemia

Patient Ratios: 1:5

Required License and Certifications:

• BLS
• NIHSS
• Vistelar training specific to UofL

Skills Required:

• Continual BiPAP, high-flow nasal cannula, wound care (including dressing pressure injuries), surgical wound care, negative pressure dressing, interpreting cardiac rhythms
• Drips: Heparin, Lasix, Amiodarone
• Prefer: charge experience and willingness to take on charge duties

Support within the Department:

• PCA/CNA
• Unit Coordinator (secretary)
• Charge RN takes patient assignment

Technology/Equipment:

• EMR: Cerner required, comfortability score 3 or higher
• IV Pump: ICU Medical
• Med dispensing: Omnicell
• Monitors: Phillips
• Unit specific equipment: Oximizer, Sarah Steady, Hoyer Lift

Floating: Yes, could float to like units

Orientation: NEO and 2 shifts on the floor

Scheduling:

• Weekend rotation: Every other weekend
• On call: No
• Holiday Expectations: Will be put in a holiday rotation
• Approval of RTO: To go through manager, minimal RTO, no early contract time-off requests

Other Notes:

• Scrub Color: Galaxy Blue
• Parking: Free, badge access to parking lot
• Unit Culture: If a candidate does not meet one of the following criteria but demonstrates strong clinical performance, manager will review and consider case by case: years of experience, one successful travel assignment, strong Cerner experience, minimal/no early contract RTO.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you are a dedicated RN looking for a rewarding contract opportunity in the Progressive Care Unit, apply today!

GLC On-The-Go Job ID #573739. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: SF_RN PCU @ JH: 4 West-5003300

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