Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Louisville, KY
Cross Country Nurses
4x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$3,215/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse (RN) position is located in Louisville, Kentucky. This role involves providing care within a high acuity, mixed patient population, including stroke and neuro-related diagnoses. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day. The position offers night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with the ability to clock in at 6:53 AM, and requires a minimum of 36 hours per week.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: Current nursing license, NIHSS certification, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, 2 years of nursing experience required, 3 years preferred.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in neuro assessments, phlebotomy, EKG rhythm analysis, and managing stable high flow and Bipap ventilations.
- Float: Float to mixed acuity only.
- Additional Information:
- 2-3 discharges per day, average stay of 6-10 days.
- Staffing includes 1 RN per 4-6 patients based on acuity, 2 CNAs each shift, and 1 clerical staff during the day.
- Nursing staff may be responsible for lab collections; phlebotomy staffing is dependent.
- Support teams available include vascular access, sepsis and rapid response teams, shift coordinators, RT, hospitalist, specialists, and intensivists available 24/7.
- Department utilizes Cerner electronic medical record system, and equipment includes Cerner IV pumps, monitors, and other unit-specific devices.
- Orientation includes 24 hours (3 days) with 1 shift at the end of week one and 1 at the start of week two.
- The unit culture is high acuity with new leadership, emphasizing neuro and stroke patient care.
- Scrub color is galaxy blue, with free onsite parking provided.
- No on-call requirement; weekend rotation every other weekend; scheduled days are based on facility's preferences.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
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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