American Traveler 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: 11/29/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Nov 29, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 4
Description
American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring 2 years of acute PCU experience, Epic proficiency, and KY or compact RN license.
Details
- 42-bed Transitional Care Unit (TCU) setting
- Patient ratios of 4:1 or 3:1
- Patient population includes stroke, transplant, and Parkinson's disease cases
- RN must read telemetry and titrate medications
- Equipment used includes dynamap and bladder scanner
- Common medications include insulin, Cardizem, Amiodarone, heparin, and nitro, with frequent time-critical administration
- Uses Epic EMR
- Night shift schedule from 6:45pm-7:15am
- 3 shifts per week, 36 hours weekly
- Every other weekend required per unit need
Requirements
- Active KY or compact RN license required
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- Minimum 2 years of acute inpatient PCU RN experience required
- Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (ASN) required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Proficiency in neuro care required
Additional Information
- Responsible for assessing, developing, implementing, and evaluating patient plans of care
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams and coordinates patient/family education
- Delegates tasks to licensed and non-licensed staff and may mentor or precept
- Participates in quality, safety, and process improvement initiatives
- Supportive culture with flexible scheduling
- No holiday RTO will be considered
American Traveler Job ID #P-780859. 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: Travel RN - Telemetry - Progressive Care Unit
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.