Progressive Care Unit RN
Louisville, KY
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,225/weekOverview
- Start Date08/09/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Qualifications
- Associate of Science in Nursing, Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Description
Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Employment Type: Clinical Nursing
Shift: Night (6:45 PM – 7:15 AM), every other weekend
Hours: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
As a Registered Nurse in the Progressive Care Unit, you will be responsible for providing safe, effective, patient- and family-centered care. You will assess, develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans while promoting quality outcomes and customer satisfaction. The role includes supervising licensed and non-licensed staff, mentoring and precepting team members, and participating in quality improvement and regulatory compliance efforts.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform patient assessments and reassessments, making sound independent clinical decisions.
- Develop, prioritize, implement, and revise patient care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.
- Monitor and document patient responses to clinical interventions.
- Provide education tailored to patient and family needs throughout the care continuum, including discharge.
- Delegate tasks appropriately to licensed and non-licensed personnel.
- Serve as a mentor and preceptor to staff, fostering teamwork and professional development.
- Participate in quality, safety, and service improvement initiatives and comply with regulatory standards.
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky
- Minimum of 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, including experience within the last year
- Experience in acute care nursing in an inpatient setting
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing
- Current certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS)
- Experience with Epic electronic health record system
- Demonstrated mentoring skills and experience
Preferred Qualifications
- None specified.
Additional Information
- This position follows the Kristin M. Swanson Model of Care.
- Prior travel experience is not required.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Cons
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Louisville, KY
About
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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