Step Down RN
Hazard, KY
Malone Healthcare - Nursing
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,169/weekOverview
- Start Date08/25/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
- Estimated taxable pay$923/week
- Estimated non-taxable stipends$1,246/week
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Pet insurance
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
Description
š©ŗ Travel Registered Nurse (RN) ā Stepdown / PCU
š Location: Kentucky
š„ Specialty: Stepdown / Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
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Contract Length: 13 Weeks
š Shift: Days | 3x12 & 4x12 Rotation (7:00 AM ā 7:30 PM)
ā±ļø Schedule: 84 Hours Every Two Weeks (One Week: 3 Shifts | Next Week: 4 Shifts)
Job Overview
We're seeking an experienced Stepdown/PCU Registered Nurse for a rewarding travel assignment in Kentucky. Join a collaborative team caring for medically complex patients in a 34-bed Progressive Care Unit with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio.
Unit Highlights
- 34-bed Stepdown/PCU
- Nurse-to-patient ratio: 1:5
- Meditech EMR
- Float within scope of practice
- Every other weekend required
- Day shifts only
Requirements
- Active Kentucky RN License or Compact RN License
- Minimum 2 years of recent Stepdown/PCU experience
- AHA BLS Certification
- AHA ACLS Certification
- NIHSS Certification
- Must live 75+ miles from the facility (local candidates are not accepted)
- Two professional references (including one Charge RN or higher and one Supervisor, both within the last year)
- Valid driver's license and required certifications at the time of submission
Important Notes
- Schedule alternates between 3 shifts one week and 4 shifts the next (84 hours per pay period).
- Block scheduling is not available.
- Up to 7 days of requested time off may be considered if submitted before the offer.
- Travelers must be willing to work either a major or minor holiday if scheduled.
- Float assignments may occur within your scope of practice.
Why Apply?
- Supportive clinical team and structured orientation
- Consistent full-time schedule
- Opportunity to expand your Stepdown/PCU experience
- Weekly pay and recruiter support throughout your assignment
Apply today to secure your next Travel RN opportunity!
Employer
Malone Healthcare - Nursing
With a commitmentĀ to providing a higher standard of service and experience in patient care, Malone Healthcare places expert nurses and allied health professionals in rewarding careers throughout the United States.Ā As a leading healthcare staffing agency, Maloneās focus on compliance and integrity translates to a seamless experience for our team members and partner facilities. When you work with Malone Healthcare, you can rely on over 50 years of proven experience placing exceptional professionals in quality healthcare settings.
About Hazard, KY
As a Travel Stepdown Nurse in Hazard, KY here's what you should know:- Hazard, KY's cost of living is 21.4% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages may be slightly lower to match the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 84Ā°F and lows around 63Ā°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 45Ā°F and lows around 25Ā°F.
- Short term rentals may be available, but options could be limited compared to larger cities.
- Hazard, KY is more car-friendly, and public transportation options may be limited.
- The population is relatively homogenous, with a majority being White.
- Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
- There may be a small population of travel nurses.
- There are local restaurants offering Southern cuisine, limited art and music scene, and opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.
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