Travel Progressive Care Unit RN

Job Description\n American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU - Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky.Job Description & Requirements\n \n Specialty: PCU - Progressive Care Unit\n Discipline: RN\n Start Date: 09/20/2026\n Duration: 13 weeks\n 36 hours per week\n Shift: 12 hours, days\n Employment Type: Travel\n \n Assignment Overview\n \n Shift: Days, 3x12hrs\n Hours: 36 hrs/wk\n Start Date: Sep 20, 2026\n Length: 13 weeks\n Openings: 4\n Description\n American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a Progressive Care Unit (Neuro-Stroke) night shift role requiring KY or compact RN license and NIHSS certification.Details\n \n Neuro-Stroke ASC unit with 38 beds arranged in pods\n Patient ratio of 3-5:1, max 5:1\n Uses Epic EMR\n Free charge nurse model with pod layout\n RN not responsible for reading telemetry\n Primary diagnoses include stroke and spine surgery patients\n Medication administration limited to heparin\n Performs IVs, blood draws, PCA management, trach care, and central line care\n Night shift schedule, 18:45-07:15, three 12-hour shifts per week\n Every other weekend required\n Requirements\n \n Active KY or compact RN license required\n Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required\n Minimum 2 years acute inpatient PCU RN experience required\n Epic EMR experience required\n Nursing Diploma or Associate's Degree (ASN) required\n Additional Information\n \n Responsible for patient assessment, care planning, implementation, and evaluation\n Provides patient and family education throughout stay and at discharge\n Mentors and precepts staff while delegating to licensed and non-licensed personnel\n Participates in quality, safety, and process improvement initiatives\n Works within a Practice Governance framework emphasizing evidence-based care\n \n \n American Traveler Job ID #P-746041. 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 - Progressive Care UnitAbout American Traveler\n \n 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.\n 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.\n 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.\n With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.\n \n \n