PCU RN
Louisville, KY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Dec 20, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (Tele) night shift position requiring 2 years acute PCU experience and KY or compact RN licensure.

Details

• Work in a 34-bed Progressive Care/Telemetry unit within a hospital setting
• Patient ratio of 4-5:1
• Patient population includes pulmonary and sickle cell diagnoses
• Medication administration includes antibiotics, heparin, and pain management
• Clinical skills utilized include IVs, PCA, CPAP, feeding tubes, wound vac care, dialysis fistula care, cardioversion, and EKGs
• Uses Epic EMR system
• Night shift schedule from 6:45p-7:15a
• Three 12-hour shifts per week totaling 36 hours
• Every other weekend required per unit need
• Tele or titration experience not required for this role

Requirements

• Active RN license (KY or Compact) currently in hand
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of acute inpatient PCU RN experience required
• Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (ASN) required
• Epic EMR experience required

Additional Information

• Responsible for patient assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation of a group of patients
• Delegates tasks to licensed and non-licensed staff and functions as a mentor/preceptor
• Facilitates patient and family education specific to care, treatment, and discharge needs
• Participates in quality, safety, and service process improvement initiatives
• Works within a newer team known for strong culture and teamwork
• Applies evidence-based practice within a Practice Governance framework
• No local rate drop applies to this position