American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Hazard, Kentucky.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 10/12/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Assignment Overview
- Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
- Hours: 36 hrs/wk
- Start Date: Oct 12, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Stepdown RN for a night shift contract requiring KY or compact RN license, ACLS/BLS/NIHSS certification, and 2 years of relevant experience.
Details
- Step Down/PCU unit caring for cardiac telemetry, neurological, GI, and respiratory patients
- 1:5 patient ratio
- Night shift, rotating 36/48 schedule (one week 3x12, next week 4x12, 19:00-7:30)
- Every other weekend required
- Floating required within scope of practice
- Meditech charting experience preferred
- No blocked scheduling accommodations
Requirements
- Active KY or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
- Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
- AVADE Level I & II certification preferred
- 2 years of recent Stepdown/PCU experience required, including 3-6 months Level IV Trauma or above
- Skills required include central line care, PICC line management, IV therapy, chest tube management, cardiac drip management, and dysrhythmia interpretation
- Two professional references required (one Charge or higher, one Supervisor), both completed within the last year
- Copy of certifications and driver's license required, with DL address matching permanent address
- Middle name confirmation required for submission
Additional Information
- Provide direct patient care within a Stepdown/PCU setting, managing cardiac, neuro, GI, and respiratory conditions
- Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted; medical and religious exemptions considered case-by-case
- Must work either a major or minor holiday during the assignment
- Up to 7 days of RTO considered if submitted upfront; no changes accepted after submission
- Only local candidates within 75 miles of the facility will be accepted
- Travel pairs accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same unit or shift
- Returning travelers must take a minimum 6-month break after working one year in the system before being eligible to return
- Assignment length is 13 weeks with no extensions approved
American Traveler Job ID #P-751619. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Telemetry - Stepdown
About American Traveler
With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.
With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.
American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.
With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.