PCU RN
Hazard, KY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 7, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Stepdown/PCU RN with 2+ years of current specialty experience and KY or compact licensure for a 13-week assignment.

Details

• 34-bed Stepdown/PCU unit
• 1:5 patient ratios
• Meditech EMR experience preferred
• Day shift rotating schedule: one week of 3x12 hours and the next week of 4x12 hours (7:00-19:30)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required within scope of practice
• Blocked scheduling not accommodated

Requirements

• Active RN license, KY or compact, in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications (AHA) required
• NIHSS certification required
• AVADE Level I & II certification preferred
• Minimum 2 years of current Stepdown/PCU experience required
• 3-6 months of Level IV Trauma or above experience preferred
• Experience with IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, and blood product administration
• Experience managing cardiac drips, dysrhythmia interpretation, and cardiac monitoring
• Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and tracheostomy management
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions/PPE
• Flu vaccine required; declinations not accepted, though medical and religious exemptions may be considered case by case
• Valid driver's license matching permanent address required
• Two professional references required: one charge nurse or higher and one supervisor, both completed within the last year
• Copy of certifications required for consideration

Additional Information

• Care for patients with cardiac, neurological, renal, and respiratory conditions including CVA, seizure disorders, renal failure, and post-cardiac cath care
• Support total joint replacement, ortho trauma, and post-MI patients
• Monitor and manage IV insulin protocols and chemotherapy as needed
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered; local candidates not accepted
• RTO of up to 7 days may be considered if presented upfront; no changes accepted once submitted
• Must work either a major or minor shift on every holiday
• Travel pairs accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit
• Travelers returning after a one-year assignment must take a minimum 6-month break before being eligible to return
• First-time travelers may be considered depending on relevant specialty experience