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Stepdown/PCU Registered Nurse
Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center

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Registered Nurse – Stepdown Unit (Kentucky, Hazard)

Job Details

Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Night (3 or 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each; 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM)
Unit: 34-bed Stepdown/Progressive Care Unit (PCU)
Patient Ratio: Approximately 1:5 (may fluctuate with census and call-ins)
Electronic Medical Record: Meditech EMR
Scheduling: Every other weekend required; float within scope of practice required; blocked scheduling not accommodated
Residency Requirement: Must reside within 75 miles of the facility

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Kentucky
Minimum 2 years of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience, with at least 1 year of PCU experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification

Facility

Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center

2.9rating(44 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center

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Registered Respiratory Therapist (Allied Health Professional)

Review of Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center on Apr 28, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
322 beds

ADDRESS100 Medical Center DriveHazard, KY 41701

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About Hazard, KY

As a Travel Progressive Care Nurse in Hazard, KY here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

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.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
In winter, average highs are around 45°F and lows around 25°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals may be available, but options could be limited compared to larger cities.

Transportation

Hazard, KY is more car-friendly, and public transportation options may be limited.

Demographics

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.

Things to Do

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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