Progressive Care Unit RN
Louisville, KY
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Summary:
A registered nurse specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) care in Louisville, Kentucky. This position involves providing care within a high-acuity, mixed acuity environment on a comprehensive stroke unit. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day of shift. The position requires a minimum of two years of relevant experience.

Job Details:

• Location: Louisville, KY
• Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with a clock-in time of 6:53 AM and mandatory attendance at the daily huddle at 7:00 AM.
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: Valid nursing license, NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, 2 years of clinical experience in a similar setting (3 years preferred).
• Responsibilities: Performing neurological assessments, phlebotomy, EKG rhythm analysis, NG/Dobhoff tube management by nurses, port access, medication administration including heparin infusions and Argatroban, managing patients on high-flow oxygen and BiPAP, and utilizing advanced medical equipment such as EMR systems, infusion pumps, monitors, and unit-specific devices.
• Support within the Department: Includes CNA support, receptionist, charge nurse, phlebotomy staff, vascular access team, sepsis and rapid response teams, and 24/7 coverage by hospitalists, specialists, intensivists, and remote telemetry monitoring.
• Additional Information:
  • Patient flow involves 2-3 discharges per day with an average stay of 6-10 days.
  • Staffing ratios are acuity-based (RN: 1:4-6; CNAs: 2 per shift, plus clerical support).
  • Orientation includes 24 hours (3 days) of training, with specific shifts scheduled at week one end and week two start.
  • Weekend rotations occur every other weekend, with no on-call required.
  • Uniform: Galaxy blue scrubs.
  • Parking: Free onsite flat lot with badge access.
  • The unit is characterized by high acuity, led by a new management team, and specializes in stroke care.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Posted Date: 2026-07-07